Test Operations Project Engineer for Gateway GRAIL

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Test Operations Project Engineer to join their innovative team at NASA Johnson Space Center. This role focuses on certifying avionics for the Gateway Program, which aims to return humans to the moon. As part of a diverse team, you will engage in exciting challenges, support project design, and ensure the success of testing operations. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to human space exploration while enjoying a positive work-life balance, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment. If you are ready to make a difference and work on groundbreaking projects, this role is for you.

Benefits

100% Employer Paid Insurance

11 Paid Holidays Annually

Generous PTO

401k with Employer Match

Education Assistance

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience or a BS in Engineering Technology or related field.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support testing operations and ensure QA/QE support is scheduled.
• Execute GRAIL validation testing and retain test result documentation.
• Coordinate with various groups to plan and execute testing activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Understanding of Electrical Systems

Understanding of Mechanical Systems

Understanding of Power Systems

Lab Operations Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's in Engineering Technology

Bachelor's in Engineering

Bachelor's in IT

Tools

DOORS Next Generation

Linux-based Workstations

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 Test Operations Project Engineer for Gateway GRAIL to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

If selected you will:

1. The Test Operations Project Engineer will be essential to the success of the Gateway Ready Avionics Integration Lab (GRAIL) which will certify the avionics for all modules of the Gateway Program which will return to the moon.
2. This position will include possibly rotating to support Second Shift Hours (3 pm-11 pm) during testing operations.
3. Support project group with design of new and existing avionic testing hardware.
4. Coordinate with MCC Scheduling, GRAIL Operations and Maintenance (O&M), Safety Quality and Assurance (QA/QE), and other groups as required to plan and execute testing activities - Support Test Readiness Reviews (URR/TRR).
5. Ensure QA/QE support is scheduled to support testing.
6. Perform pre-task briefs.
7. Execute GRAIL validation testing, acting as Test Operations Engineer.
8. Retain test result documentation and ensure archiving of as run test procedures.
9. Contribute to Post Test Reports (PTR).
10. Work with test community to develop the top-level test procedures in DOORS Next Generation which will be transformed to GRAIL test checkout procedures.
11. Perform ground testing and flight operations testing for hardware with end item documentation of the GRAIL - Use Linux based workstations and scripts for switch layout of the lab.
12. Support integration testing for verification and validation activities of hardware.
13. Should understand and support project testing schedule and produce required documentation.
14. Should review and track engineering deliverables for project status reporting.
15. Should understand CAD drawings and large-scale system configurations.
16. Work with procurement documentation and work with vendors for hardware specification and delivery.
17. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

1. 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.
2. Typically requires a HS diploma and 5 years of experience or BS in Engineering Technology or related field.
3. BS degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or IT from an accredited school.
4. Must have good communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
5. Understanding of electrical, mechanical and power systems.
6. Understanding of lab operations and documentation.
7. This position will include possibly rotating to support Second Shift Hours (3 pm-11 pm) during testing operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Knowledge of Avionic Hardware and/or Flight Processes/Paperwork is a plus.
2. Past experience with NASA avionics is a plus.

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.