Propulsion Engineer - Rocket Components

Mclaurin Aerospace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Propulsion Engineer to join their dynamic team at NASA Johnson Space Center. In this role, you will contribute to groundbreaking projects in human space exploration, ensuring the reliability of propulsion systems for missions beyond Earth. You will collaborate with a diverse group of experts, tackling challenges that push the boundaries of technology and innovation. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of aerospace engineering, where your skills will directly impact the future of space travel and exploration. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a supportive environment, this is the role for you.

Benefits

100% Employer Paid Insurance

Generous PTO

401k with Employer Match

Education Assistance

Relocation Assistance

11 Paid Holidays Annually

Positive Work-Life Balance

Competitive Pay

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in propulsion engineering or related field.
• Self-starter capable of independent technical assessments.
• Experience with flight programs and project tracking.

Responsibilities

• Support NASA's propulsion systems for deep space exploration.
• Write technical reports and coordinate with various teams.
• Resolve unique problems related to propulsion subsystems.

Skills

Propulsion Engineering

Fluid Systems

Technical Writing

Problem Solving

Project Coordination

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Propulsion Engineer - Rocket Components to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

If selected you will:

• Reports NASA JSC EP4 Branch
• Extensive knowledge in component and system certification and the impacts of component design and operating environment on certification
• Provides support to national and international customers for Gateway and International Space, visiting vehicles, and Commercial Crew customers
• 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
• Writes technical and progress reports covering assigned tasks which are made available to other technical groups and agencies
• Understands Fluid Systems
• Resolves 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

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 integral part of the NASA propulsion team, able to provide independent technical review assessments.
• Experience level: 2 years (min) in relevant engineering discipline.
• Assists Boeing team lead with day to day team activities such as mtg coverage and technical reviews.
• (Propulsion Team Tracker) 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.
• OMAC ATP hotfire video reviews for characterization of emissions (i.e. id any out of family)
• Support mission Prop Console operations, both Simulations and Flight support- Generate/Maintain Console Smart Book
• Flt data review (JMEWs)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Propulsion experience (preferred) or fluid systems experience
• Flight program experience
• Maintain an up-to-date schedule for the following on-going 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)

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous PTO
• 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.

US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.

Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.