Propulsion Engineer - Rocket Components

Jacobs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Propulsion Engineer, where your expertise in propulsion and fluid systems will be vital to supporting NASA's deep space exploration initiatives. You will work with a passionate team, tackling unique challenges and contributing to the design and development of innovative propulsion systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in critical projects that push the boundaries of human space exploration while fostering professional growth. If you are eager to make a difference and work on groundbreaking technologies, this position is for you.

Benefits

9/80 work schedule

Onsite cafeteria

Professional career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2-5 years of experience.
• Self-starter with independent technical review capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support NASA's propulsion team with component certification and design.
• Write technical reports and resolve unique propulsion issues.

Skills

Propulsion Engineering

Fluid Systems

Technical Report Writing

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

CAD Software (e.g., Creo)

EASY5

ANSYS/FEA

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 Propulsion Engineer - Rocket Components to join the team.

We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews.

The Propulsion Engineer - Rocket Components will:

• Report to NASA JSC EP4 Branch
• Have extensive knowledge in component and system certification and the impacts of component design and operating environment on certification
• Provide support to national and international customers for Gateway and International Space, visiting vehicles, and Commercial Crew customers
• Have extensive knowledge in the design and development of major elements of ground test and space flight systems required to demonstrate the utilization of propulsion and fluid systems
• Write technical and progress reports covering assigned tasks which are made available to other technical groups and agencies
• Understand Fluid Systems
• Resolve unique or novel problems, conditions, and issues as related to Propulsion Subsystems
• Provide support for flight Anomaly Resolution review and In-Flight Investigation review, capable of solving propulsion questions with low levels of information
• 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 and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Self-starting individual that does not require frequent significant direction/instruction. Individual is expected to be an integral part of the NASA propulsion team, able to provide independent technical review assessments.
• Experience level: 2 years (min) in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Assist Boeing team lead with day to day team activities such as meeting coverage and technical reviews.
• Review, track and present weekly status on all Prop-related pending document reviews and Actions (Flight Specific): Includes Acceptance Data Packages (ADPs), Qual Reports, ECB CRs, PMRBs, VCN, Variances, PAAs, Boeing NCRs, Hazard Reports/STRBs, Software Changes, and all Action Items needed to certify CST-100 for flight. Coordinate/track NASA Prop team reviews of all required assigned documents and actions.
• Coordinate with NASA Test & Verification lead on all required NASA prop team document reviews and actions, e.g., via JIRA system.
• Prop Team POC for all CST-100 Propulsion PAAs and PAA Forum. This includes any changes/creation/modifications of PAAs.
• Serve as POC for software-related propulsion changes: Maintain a current listing of all propulsion-related software changes. Evaluate or delegate evaluation of the changes, prior to each flight.
• Maintain close coordination with NASA Software team and track all assigned actions, e.g., JIRA system. Serve as NASA Prop team POC for propulsion Hazard Reports reviews and STRB support.
• As part of CFT COFR, all Propulsion Hazard Report Controls and Verifications are independently evaluated to ensure all closure artifacts, including software and firmware, met the intent of the requirements.
• Support mission Prop Console operations, both Simulations and Flight support: Generate/Maintain Console Smart Book, Flight data review (JMEWs).

Requisition Preferences:

• Propulsion experience (preferred) or fluid systems experience
• Flight program experience
• Maintain an up-to-date schedule for the following ongoing projects: SM2 Prop Harvesting at WSTF, Include status by component, location, future plans, ATP Hot Fire at WSTF, Include status by thruster S/N, location, future plans, OMAC Filter Testing @ MSFC, RCS Thruster dQual and additional testing driven In-Flight Anomalies
• Flight data review via MATLAB scripts (requires MATLAB coding capability)
• CAD software modeling capability, e.g., Creo
• Analytical modeling capability/experience (EASY5, SINDA/FLUENT, ANSYS/FEA)

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 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.