Mechanical Engineer III

Oceaneering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceaneering is seeking an Engineer specialized in Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) to design, analyze, and develop textile, mechanical, and electromechanical TPS components for launch, re-entry, and hypersonic vehicle applications.

The candidate will act as a Subject Matter Expert, mentoring teams, transferring knowledge, and collaborating across functions while communicating clearly with customers to shape requirements and solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in design, analysis, and development of TPS components for launch, re-entry, and hypersonic vehicle applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams in TPS product development.
• Support business development and technical sales with solution-focused insights and customer-facing collaboration.

Job description

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a skilled Engineer with specialization in Thermal Protection Systems (TPS). Candidates should have technical expertise in the design, analysis, and development of textile, mechanical, and electromechanical TPS components for launch, re-entry, and hypersonic vehicle applications. Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), candidates should be able to demonstrate strong leadership through mentorship, knowledge transfer, and cross-functional collaboration. We are looking for candidates that are at ease in customer-facing environments, supporting business development and technical sales through clear, compelling communication and solution-oriented technical insight. This individual brings a balance of skills and experience in project execution, technical expertise, and customer collaboration. The most qualified applicants will have experience suggesting refined requirements to the customer, such that the product meets the need but can be delivered with less cost and schedule impacts.