Fluid Systems Engineer

Kinsley Power Systems; Brook Park (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Kinsley Power Systems seeks a Fluid Systems Engineer for the GEARS contract at NASA Glenn Research Center in Brook Park, Ohio. In this pivotal role, you will design, document, and support the operation of the European Service Module Pressure Control Assembly test rig system.

The ideal candidate should possess a relevant engineering degree and have substantial experience in fluid systems design and analysis, along with strong collaborative skills to ensure effective project execution.

Qualifications

• Perform design and analysis of inert fluid and gas systems, ensuring safe operation.
• Develop and maintain P&IDs and integration with broader system design.
• Create and document hazard analyses, identifying risks and defining mitigation strategies.
• Design systems in accordance with applicable national consensus codes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure seamless integration, testing, and troubleshooting of multidisciplinary systems.
• Support pressure system certification and resolve compliance findings.
• Collaborate closely with electrical and mechanical technicians.

Skills

Design and analysis of inert fluid and gas systems

Development and maintenance of P&IDs

Hazard analysis documentation

Design according to ASME, NFPA, CGA standards

Creation of manufacturing and integration documentation

Operational documentation development

Pressure system certification support

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree and more than 15 years experience

Ph.D. and more than 10 years experience

Job description

Fluid Systems Engineer

HX5 is seeking a Fluid Systems Engineer to support the GEARS contract at NASA Glenn Research Center in Brook Park, Ohio. In this role, you will contribute to the design, documentation, specification, activation, and operation of the European Service Module (ESM) Pressure Control Assembly (PCA) test rig system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The position requires both technical depth and cross‑disciplinary coordination, including collaboration with teams responsible for electrical engineering, manufacturing, integration and checkout, certification, and system operations. You will serve as a technical leader ensuring the system is developed, tested, and operated safely and effectively.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Perform design and analysis of inert fluid and gas systems, ensuring safe operation, proper component selection, and compliance with mission requirements.
• Develop and maintain P&IDs and parts lists, including configuration control, documentation updates, and integration with broader system design artifacts.
• Create and document hazard analyses, identifying system‑level and component‑level risks and defining mitigation strategies.
• Design systems in accordance with applicable national consensus codes, including ASME, NFPA, and CGA standards.
• Produce manufacturing and integration documentation for fluid systems, including fabrication drawings, assembly procedures, and acceptance criteria.
• Develop operational documentation such as activation procedures, test plans, runbooks, and maintenance instructions for fluid system operation.
• Support pressure system certification, including preparation of certification packages, coordination with safety authorities, and resolution of compliance findings.
• Collaborate closely with electrical engineers, electrical technicians, and mechanical technicians to ensure seamless integration, testing, and troubleshooting of multidisciplinary systems.

Other Desired Skills

• Demonstrated creative and hands‑on mechanical aptitude, with the ability to conceptualize, prototype, troubleshoot, and refine mechanical and fluid system designs.
• Strong team orientation with the ability to work independently, balancing collaborative problem‑solving with self‑directed execution of technical tasks.

Education/Experience

Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering degree with one of the following combinations of education and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with more than 20 years of experience
• Master’s degree with more than 15 years of experience
• Ph.D. and more than 10 years of experience.

Other Position Requirements

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

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