Spacesuit Test Engineer

Jacobs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of human space exploration as a Spacesuit Test Engineer. This exciting role involves working with a diverse team to design, develop, and test EVA spacesuits for NASA missions. You'll coordinate with NASA test facilities, develop essential documentation, and lead the execution of tests. With opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a flexible work schedule, this position offers a unique chance to contribute to groundbreaking projects that inspire people worldwide. If you're passionate about engineering and space exploration, we want you on our team!

Benefits

9/80 Work Schedule

Onsite Cafeteria

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in engineering or related fields.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems and testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering functions for EVA spacesuit design and testing.
• Develop test plans and coordinate with NASA facilities.
• Lead execution of spacesuit testing and troubleshooting.

Skills

Mechanical System Design

Electrical System Design

Test Engineering

Communication Skills

Project Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

LabView

Data Acquisition Systems

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 Spacesuit Test Engineer to join our team with JETS II teammate company, Oceaneering.

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 Spacesuit Test Engineer will:

1. Perform project and test engineering functions for EVA spacesuit design, development, procurement, manufacture, test, and certification.
2. Develop essential documentation for the assigned tests including test plans, hazard analyses, test procedures, Test Readiness Review documentation, and any additional operations-related products.
3. Design tests and test rigs, identifying instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
4. Coordinate test activities and requirements with NASA test facilities.
5. Setup and execute tests and prepare summary reports documenting test results.
6. Become a certified Suit Test Engineer and lead the execution of spacesuit testing.
7. Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures within spacesuit hardware, development test articles, or test support hardware.
8. Select and apply engineering techniques to analyze and evaluate specific problems, data, or other features of the work which are broad in scope and perform job functions based on pre-established guidelines or instructions.
9. 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 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field, such as mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, and component level and system level testing.

Requisition Preferences:

• Experience as a project engineer or test engineer.
• Experience with NASA test processes.
• Familiarity with electro-mechanical hardware elements (pumps, relief valves, control valves, heating elements, water quality instrumentation, temperature/pressure sensors, etc.), and data acquisition systems.
• Experience with oxygen systems or life support systems or LabView programming are all pluses.

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.amentumcareers.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.

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