IVA Spacesuit Systems Engineer – Spaceflight Projects

Amentum company; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Project Engineer to support IVA spacesuit systems for NASA human spaceflight programs. You will serve as the technical integrator among engineering disciplines, manufacturing, suppliers, and program management to ensure timely delivery of mission-critical hardware.

The role requires coordinating tests, procuring materials, developing technical documentation, and driving execution from design through flight readiness in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2–5 years of related experience.
• Experience in multidisciplinary engineering environments and hardware development.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate IVA spacesuit hardware across design, fabrication, integration, qualification, and support.
• Collaborate with systems, mechanical, electrical, thermal, materials, manufacturing, quality, and safety teams.
• Develop TPS, work packages, and project documentation; support procurement and supplier coordination.
• Lead engineering change implementation, configuration management, and hardware releases.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teams

Hardware integration

Project coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

Procurement knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

2–5 years experience

Tools

Engineering documentation tools

TPS development

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Project Engineer to support IVA spacesuit systems for NASA human spaceflight programs. You will serve as the technical integrator among engineering disciplines, manufacturing, suppliers, and program management to ensure timely delivery of mission-critical hardware.

The role requires coordinating tests, procuring materials, developing technical documentation, and driving execution from design through flight readiness in a fast-paced environment.