Project Engineer - Countermeasures

  • ADV000AT8
  • On Site
  • Houston, Texas, United States
  • Full time
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 Project Engineer - Countermeasures to join the team with Intuitive Machines, 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 Project Engineer - Countermeasures will:

  • Sustain the Treadmill 2 (T2) aboard the International Space Station (ISS) through hardware development, manufacturing, and assembly; in addition to troubleshooting anomalies and resupplying hardware.
  • Process ISS crew workout and hardware response data, analyzing and documenting results for presentation to customers.
  • Frequently perform hands-on hardware testing.
  • Work in a team environment, and report to project manager for technical support, task assignment, and processes.
  • Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures within flight hardware or test support hardware.
  • Generate essential paperwork and documents for tasks assigned, such as Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP), as needed.
  • Track, verify, and test T2 treadmill system and sub-system requirements.
  • Perform data trending analyses.
  • Interact frequently with inter-organizational disciplines, NASA System Managers, and real-time operational customers.
  • Perform job functions based on pre-established guidelines or instructions.
  • 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.

    • Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area.
    • Self-motivated, team player and adaptability to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills and will be expected to effectively interact with customers and management at all levels.
    • Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings.
    • Must have the ability to visualize and work with complex mechanical/electrical systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team.
    • Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision.
    • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.


    Requisition Preferences:

    • Experience with NASA/JSC Class I flight hardware process and certification.
    • Experience with flight operations.
    • Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering background.
    • Familiarity with common hand tools and proficiency using them to perform assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting on mechanical systems.
    • Experience with Astronaut interface/communication.
    • Prior experience with hardware anomaly troubleshooting and failure analyses.
    • Experience with procedure development.
    • Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures.
    • Co-op or Intern experience at JSC or other NASA agency.
    • Familiarity with the 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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    Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

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