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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 Hypervelocity Impact Project Intern to join the team!

** 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. **

This is a temporary role not to exceed 13 weeks.

The Hypervelocity Impact Project Intern will:

• Work closely with JETS II Hypervelocity Impact Technology (HVIT) Group colleagues and NASA customers to execute Micrometeoroid/Orbital Debris (MMOD) risk analysis and hypervelocity impact testing requirements
• Perform spacecraft MMOD impact risk assessment
• Research spacecraft geometry, material, and operating parameters to support risk analysis
• Support hypervelocity impact testing activities
• Support impact simulation studies
• Support development of impact test database
• Present results to technical team in both written and verbal formats
• Support other activities under the HVIT project as needed

Requisition Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university.
• Completed at least 45 credit hours.
• Minimum of 2.8 GPA.
• Familiar with basic engineering principles and material properties
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office to generate presentations and reports
• Demonstration of strong communication skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Must be detail oriented

Requisition Preferences:

• Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Demonstration of creativity, conception, vision, and initiative

Why Join Our Team?

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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.