ORION Ground Operations Integration Engineer, Associate

ASRC Federal; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Federal System Solutions (ASFF) at Kennedy Space Center, FL, seeks an entry-level ORION Ground Operations Integration Engineer, Associate to help develop ground vehicle operation requirements and concepts of operations for the Orion spacecraft.

Responsibilities include integrating subsystem requirements across mechanisms, umbilicals, structures, thermal protection, propulsion, and related areas, while supporting shift work and occasional travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline required.
• 0–2 years of engineering experience preferred.
• MS Office experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop ground operations vehicle requirements for subsystems (Mechanisms, Umbilicals, Structures, Thermal Protection, Propulsion, Purge, Vent & Drain).
• Review and integrate vehicle subsystem technical requirements, develop subsystem concepts of operations, review drawings and procedures.
• Monitor ground processing operations and support documentation.
• Travel as necessary and accommodate shift work (1st shift, overtime, weekends).

Skills

Spacecraft operations knowledge

MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™
ASRC Federal System Solutions (ASFF) is hiring a ORION Ground Operations Integration Engineer, Associate to join our team at Kennedy Space Center, FL. This entry level position is responsible for the development of the operational products related to the Orion vehicle avionics and flight software. The operational products include the Operations, Maintenance and Requirements Specifications (OMRS), System and Subsystem Concepts of Operations, Work Assignment Documents, trade studies and other NASA directed efforts.

Role/Responsibilities

• Will develop ground operations vehicle requirements, including the following subsystems: Mechanisms, Umbilicals, Structures, Thermal Protection, Propulsion, Purge, Vent & Drain
• Review and integrate vehicle subsystem technical requirements, develop subsystem concept of operations, review drawings, procedures and other documentation relative to subsystems, monitor ground processing operations.
• Individual must reside at/near KSC, FL and have the ability to travel, as necessary.
• Normal working hours are 1st shift, Monday-Friday, 7 AM - 4:30 PM.
• Will be expected to adjust their schedule accordingly to support off-shifts and weekend activities, as needed. Overtime and surge support may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in an Engineering discipline and 0-2 years of experience.
• Experience with MS Office Software Suite.
• Pass Site Specific background investigation.
• Physical ability to climb stairs, access work platforms, visually observe operations tasks and walk short distances to safely enter/support/exit processing facilities.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Desired Skills

• Basic familiarity with Spacecraft ground operations, test and checkout of mechanical and fluid systems such as Mechanisms, Umbilicals, Structures, Thermal Protection, Propulsion, Purge, Vent & Drain, handling and transport
• Basic experience reading or generating design drawings/models, schematics and specifications
• One or more years of experience as a Spacecraft Engineer or related field.

ASFF brings a 14-year history of delivering high-performance space systems engineering, integration and satellite operations services to civil and defense agencies. We provide these services throughout all phases of the program life-cycle and across the entire space systems architecture, including space and ground assets.
We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.