Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Hypergolic Propulsion Engineer - Space Systems to join the team with Oceaneering, a teammate company.

** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. **

The Hypergolic Propulsion Engineer - Space Systems will:

• Reports NASA JSC EP4 Propulsion Systems Branch
• Knowledge in the design and development of major elements of ground test and space flight systems required to demonstrate the utilization of hypergolic propulsion and fluid systems
• Knowledge in component and system certification and the impacts of component design and operating environment on certification
• Provides support to national and international customers for US and International Space, visiting vehicles, and Commercial Crew customers
• Writes technical and progress reports covering assigned tasks which are made available to other technical groups and agencies
• Resolves unique or novel problems, conditions, and issues related to Hypergolic Propulsion Subsystems
• Provides support for flight Anomaly Resolution reviews and In-Flight Investigation reviews, capable of solving propulsion questions with low levels of information
• Perform other duties as required

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field of hypergolic propulsion and related areas
• Minimum 5 years of spacecraft propulsion experience with a focus on mechanical aspects
• Experience in the design, assembly, testing, certification, and operation of space hypergolic propulsion systems and components
• Experience coordinating space propulsion systems requirements verification and validation between multiple organizations
• Basic knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field, such as mechanical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, testing, and office software
• Excellent organizational skills, oral and written communication skills, and the ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines
• Confident in knowledge and experience, and able to discuss hypergolic propulsion topics with subject matter experts

Requisition Preferences:

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering and may be expected to have a related master's degree and possess 5 plus years of related experience
• Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures
• Familiarity with the NASA JSC Engineering Life Cycle process

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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