Environmental Control and Life Support System Air Team - Project Engineer

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 Environmental Control and Life Support System Air Team - Project Engineer to join the team with Aerodyne, a teammate company.

The Environmental Control and Life Support System Air Team - Project Engineer (PE) will:

• Support Mars Campaign Office (MCO) Life Support Systems for flight and ground testing of aerosol and particulate monitoring in the areas of Dust, Smoke, and Waste Stabilization.

• Gather flight and ground data analysis, establish a database, analyze and report on the data collected from on orbit.

• Support analysis and reporting of aerosol and particulate test results.

• Conduct analysis of test data for logistics waste compaction technology.

• Develop project documentation and maintaining status of drawings, and procurements.

• Generate essential paperwork and documents for tasks assigned, such as Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP), as needed.

• Work with ECLSS Air Team to ensure the test strategy will provide sufficient information on the system performance and capabilities.

• Test rig and equipment buildup as needed.

• Perform all system testing.

• Develop and present design/test readiness reviews.

• Develop test plan and test reports.

• Schedule testing with test facilities.

• Work with the ECLSS Air Team to develop a test schedule.

• Work with procurement personnel and vendors to order and secure procurements.

• Assist project management with configuration control of project documentation

• Development of test procedures including working with various organizations across JSC for flight certification of hardware.

• Develop presentations.

• Develop logistics, manufacturing and procurement plan

• Work in a team environment and report to the project manager to provide status on progress and issues and for support.

• 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 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

• Experience with the development of project planning documents

• Experience with the design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware systems Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field, such as mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, and design software and tools

• Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products 

​Requisition Preferences:

• Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures

• Familiar with interfacing with NASA Program Offices

• Prior experience working in a system development project/program

• Experience with NASA/JSC Class I flight hardware process and certification.

• Flight demo experience

• Familiarity with feasibility assessments and trade studies

• Familiarity with flight and ground testing of aerosol and particulate monitoring

• Self-motivated problem-solver.

• Team player who is adaptable to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required​

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.wehavespaceforyou.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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