Spacesuit Technologist

Mclaurin Aerospace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Positive work-life balance

100% Employer paid insurance

11 paid holidays annually

Generous PTO

401k with employer match

Education assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Mclaurin Aerospace is seeking a Spacesuit Technologist to join the JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. The role involves understanding and supporting the operation of spacesuit hardware and assisting engineers in various tests and calibrations.

Ideal candidates should have relevant educational credentials and experience, along with the ability to participate actively in team environments. Benefits include competitive pay, employer-paid insurance, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a HS diploma and 5 years of experience or BS in Engineering Technology.
• Experience with reviewing and following requirements documents.
• Experience with assembly, verification, testing, and operation of Space system hardware.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts in the space hardware field.
• Ability to support long training events with moderate lifting.

Responsibilities

• Understand the operation of OCSS hardware.
• Assist existing OCSS Suit Engineering Technologists.
• Support Testing of OCSS hardware including Orion Crew Survival Suit.
• Support buildup of Ground Service Equipment and periodic re-calibration.
• Work in a team environment and report to project management.

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 Spacesuit Technologist to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

If selected you will:

• Understanding theory and operation of the OCSS hardware.
• Understanding cleaning requirements.
• Understanding Maintenance, handling, and safety.
• Setting up support equipment prior to Test.
• Assisting the existing OCSS Suit Engineering Technologists during Fitcheck and testing and progressing thru necessary training to become proficient at Fitchecks/Crew Training events and eventually Orion Vehicle Ingress/Egress Operations.
• Participating in all pre/post event briefings.
• Supporting the Crew Survival Equipment lab schedule.
• Participating and supporting in Suit Test Subject and Crew training exercises.
• Understanding Ground Support Hardware theory and operation Providing required Work Authorizing Documentation.
• Following project documentation and supporting drawing construction including working with OCSS team to ensure project requirements are achieved.
• Support Testing of OCSS hardware including Orion Crew Survival Suit, Emergency Breathing Oxygen Systems, Pressure Systems, Survival Equipment, etc.
• Support buildup of Ground Service Equipment Buildup and periodic re-calibration.
• Assist project management and Project Engineers with OCSS Qualification testing, Pre-Delivery/Installation Acceptance Testing.
• Work in a team environment and report to project management to provide status on progress and issues related to support of the OCSS NASA customer.
• 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 HS diploma and 5 years of experience or BS in Engineering Technology or related field.
• Experience with reviewing and following requirements documents including functional requirements and verification success criteria.
• Experience with the assembly, verification, testing, and operation of Space system hardware. Prior experience in pressure, oxygen systems, suit systems would be considered a plus.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field including interpreting engineering drawings and sketches, JSC Electronic Document System and software and tools.
• Ability to support long (all day) training events with long periods of time on feet and moderate lifting of hardware.
• Ability to physically meet the JSC Job Related Medical Physical Pressure Suit Technician/Hazardous Duty Launch and Landing Requirements.
• Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with NASA flight processes including Class I/II/III hardware.
• Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in assembly and test of spaceflight hardware and Spacesuit systems.
• Familiarity with machine shop techniques and processing hardware through the manufacturing process.
• Ability to perform hands on test and documentation including Work Authorizing Documents/Test Preparation sheets. Ability to work independently.

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)

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.