Spaceflight Hardware Project Engineer - Power & Propulsion

Astrion; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

NASA Johnson Space Center is seeking a Spaceflight Structural Hardware Systems Engineer to join the Power and Propulsion Division. You will support design and testing of critical flight hardware, collaborate with project teams, and generate essential documentation for verification and procedures.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 2–5 years of related experience, with familiarity in electrical components and strong problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2–5 years of related experience.
• Familiar with electrical components and systems.
• Ability to work independently when required; self-motivated and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide design and test support in various development aspects for Johnson Space Center Engineering Directorate.
• Support project teams with test procedures and verification & validation processes.
• Perform testing and verification of flight hardware; maintain baseline test configurations.
• Generate essential paperwork (TPS, DR, DTP) and document changes as needed.
• Collaborate in a team environment and report to project managers for technical support.
• Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting for mechanical and electrical failures.
• Coordinate with project personnel to remove roadblocks and keep schedule on track.
• Perform duties per established guidelines and work with technicians to build and test systems.

Skills

Bachelor-level Engineering degree

2–5 years experience

Electrical components familiarity

Independent work capability

Team player in dynamic environment

Lab environment troubleshooting

Written/verbal communication

Visualize complex systems

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

NASA Johnson Space Center is seeking a Spaceflight Structural Hardware Systems Engineer to join the Power and Propulsion Division. You will support design and testing of critical flight hardware, collaborate with project teams, and generate essential documentation for verification and procedures.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 2–5 years of related experience, with familiarity in electrical components and strong problem-solving abilities.