Project Engineer - Spaceflight Hardware
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Houston, Texas, United States
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.
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The
Project Engineer - Spaceflight Hardware will:
- Provide test support.
- Prepare and close test paperwork.
- Maintain and ensure baseline test configuration and document any configuration changes.
- Organize and track inventory.
- Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate failures within hardware or test support hardware.
- Coordinate with test facilities (i.e. Vibration Test Facility) as needed.
- Coordinate flight logistics as flight articles are prepared for launch to the International Space Station (ISS).
- Generate essential paperwork and documents for tasks assigned, such as Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP), as needed.
- Work in a collaborative, team environment and report to project manager for technical support, task assignment, and processes.
- 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.
- BS degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school.
- Experience with hardware testing.
- Ability to work autonomously when required.
- Self-motivated, team player with adaptability to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required.
- Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings.
- Must have the ability to visualize and work with complex systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
- Willing to work off hours/alternative shifts when running tests or supporting flight operations.
- Experience with the design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware.
- Experience with NASA JSC Flight Hardware Life Cycle, Certification, and Engineering processes.
Requisition Preferences:
- Familiarity with common hand tools and proficiency using them to perform assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting on electrical systems.
- Prior experience with hardware anomaly troubleshooting and failure analysis.
- Experience with procedure development.
- Co-op or Intern experience at JSC or other NASA agency.
- Prior experience working and coordinating requirements with third party/outside vendors.
- Familiarity with NASA Quality operational procedures and requirements.
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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