Mechanical Engineer

Amentum company; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a team focused on space exploration and NASA collaboration. You will design, test, and implement mechanical systems for thermal vacuum environments, while coordinating with engineers and technicians across multiple reviews.

The role emphasizes drawing production to JPR 8500 standards, procurement support, and overseeing installation activities in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Ability to visualize complex mechanical systems and solve problems as a team.
• Coordinate in a team environment to meet milestones and design reviews.
• Maintain configuration control across project phases.
• Interpret and modify Facility P&ID drawings.
• Experience with MS Office, MS Project, and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requirements from customers and develop design solutions.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and analyze technical products and systems.
• Perform engineering designs and evaluations for thermal vacuum space simulation testing.
• Produce engineering drawings conforming to JPR 8500 and other standards.
• Coordinate and lead mechanical engineers, stress engineers, and drawing checkers.
• Prepare specifications, statements of work, and procurement estimates.
• Submit and track procurement, inspection, fabrication, and installation for test chambers.
• Oversee technicians during installation or fabrication of engineering products.

Skills

Mechanical design

Thermal vacuum testing

AutoCAD

Inventor

Creo

P&ID interpretation

MS Project

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Creo

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.

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The Mechanical Engineer will

• Work in a team environment to analyze requirements from customers and develop design solutions.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and analyze technical products and systems.
• Perform engineering designs and evaluations for thermal vacuum space simulation testing.
• Produce engineering drawings conforming to JPR 8500 and other applicable standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot facility systems and or components and instruct technicians on repair solutions.
• Collaborate with NASA Pressure Systems to complete Pressure Systems Design Reviews.
• Prepare and present designs at various engineering design reviews.
• Prepare work authorizing documents (WADs) required to support the installation of hardware into human in the loop vacuum/thermal vacuum chambers.
• Apply engineering principles and techniques to create solutions to equipment, building, and infrastructure challenges.
• Prepare engineering specifications, statements of work, and estimates for a wide range of facility related projects.
• Prepare, submit & track all phases of procurement, inspection, fabrication & installation into the facility and test chambers.
• Coordinate and lead Mechanical Engineering designers, stress engineers and drawing checkers to complete detailed fabrication drawings.
• Express good leadership qualities be highly motivated, well organized, and capable of working within a closely-knit team.
• Ability to oversee and direct technicians while performing installation or fabrication of engineering products.
• 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 with experience in the field or in a related area.
• Ability to visualize and work with complex mechanical systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team.
• Ability to coordinate in a team environment to meet project milestone design reviews and integration
• Maintain configuration control for all phases of project.
• Ability to develop a design based on Concept of Operations or established requirements in a fast paced work environment.
• Able to interpret and modify Facility Process and Instrumentation Drawings (P&ID).
• Knowledgeable and experienced in the following: MS Office Suite, MS Project, AutoCAD, Inventor or Creo or other similar CAD Software packages.
• Familiar with Facility Systems operations and maintenance.
• Familiarization with Liquid Nitrogen, Helium, and Oxygen Systems
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision.
• Ability to respond well to the demands of working in a Thermal Vacuum Testing environment.
• Shift work may be required to cover Test Operations.
• Ability to communicate, build relationships, be proactive, and work with a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills Preferences
• Familiarization with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures
• Develop and maintain MS Project schedules and report the status to the project manager
• Presentation skills are required.

Requisition Preferences:

• Knowledgeable with NASA training provided Fire Hazards in Oxygen Systems course.
• Experience with NASA’s Engineering Drawing System Manual, JPR 8500.4 is a plus
• Design of mechanisms or Life Support Systems interfacing with Space Suit and Space Suit Systems is a plus.

Compensation:

• Salary starts at $64,600. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also ave:

• 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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Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

09/29/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.