Mechanical Designer Drafter

Jacobs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider seeks a Mechanical Designer Drafter to support NASA’s space suit design at Johnson Space Center. This role involves collaborating in a team to create and analyze technical designs and produce compliant engineering documentation. The ideal candidate has a strong background in mechanical design, proficiency in CAD software like SolidWorks, and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

9/80 work schedule

Onsite cafeteria

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have experience in mechanical designs and technical products.
• Ability to produce drawings conforming to ASME Y14.5 is essential.
• Minimum 2 years' experience with SolidWorks CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Support NASA Johnson Space Center's space suit design activities.
• Design, develop, and analyze technical products and systems.
• Produce engineering mechanical drawings conforming to ASME standards.

Skills

Mechanical design

Technical drawing production

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

AAS degree or vocational training in drafting or engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PTC CREO

MS Office products

Job description

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 temporary Mechanical Designer Drafter to join the team!

The Mechanical Designer Drafter will:

• Support NASA Johnson Space Center's space suit design activities
• Work in a team environment to analyze requirements from the customer and develop design solutions.
• Design, develop, and analysis of technical products and systems.
• Perform engineering design evaluations.
• Produce engineering mechanical drawings conforming to ASME Y14 Standards and other applicable standards.
• Perform dimensional fit tolerance analysis.
• Prepare reports and present designs at various design reviews using MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Support project meetings and create reports as required
• Produce other required design documentation.
• 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 HS Diploma or its equivalent.
• Must have the ability to produce drawings conforming to ASME Y14.5.
• Must have experience of mechanical designs, technical products and systems.
• Must have design experience using SolidWorks or PTC CREO modeling CAD
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with MS office Products (MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)

Requisition Preferences

• AAS degree, Certification of two (2) years training from a vocational training school or two (2) years of college with courses relevant to drafting or engineering principles, plus an additional four to six (4 - 6) years of relevant experience. Additional relevant education may be substituted for a portion of the progressive experience.
• Experience with Space Suit components and designs
• Minimum 2 years' experience using SolidWorks CAD software
• Experience using CAD Data Management Systems
• Familiarization with JSC Fabrication Tolerances and Practices

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 tocomplete 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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