Mid Career Spaceflight Hardware Propulsion 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 NASAs pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASAs largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.We have an exciting opportunity for a Mid Career Spaceflight Hardware Propulsion Engineer to join the team with ERC a teammate companyTheMid Career Spaceflight Hardware Propulsion EngineerwillApply fluid mechanics thermodynamics heat transfer materials structures and machine-design principles to propulsion and spacecraft pressure systems.Independently perform or lead propulsion and pressure-system analyses.Develop review and validate fluid-flow pressure-system thermodynamic and thermal models.Develop and maintain engineering analysis and data-processing tools using Python MATLAB or similar software.Evaluate system architectures and lead or contribute to technical trade studies.Establish technical assumptions document analysis methods and communicate results and limitations.Assess component-to-system and system-to-vehicle technical effects.Provide technical oversight of propulsion components suppliers and hardware-development activities.Review designs drawings material selections fabrication methods assembly processes and acceptance criteria.Support or lead propulsion hardware development from concept through fabrication assembly test integration and operation.Plan coordinate witness or evaluate component- and system-level tests.Review acceptance-test data qualification reports verification evidence and flight-readiness documentation.Evaluate test results and determine whether the available evidence satisfies technical and program requirements.Lead or support investigations of anomalies nonconformances and unexpected system behavior.Develop technically defensible recommendations for issue disposition and risk mitigation.Review and coordinate closure of variances nonconformance reports hazard reports changes waivers reuse documentation and certification action items.Develop verification approaches and support formal certification of propulsion systems and flight hardware.Assess pressure-system safety cleanliness contamination-control and hardware-integration requirements.Support propulsion-system integration with spacecraft test vehicles or small satellites.Coordinate technical activities with NASA program and project offices spacecraft organizations suppliers prime contractors sub-tier contractors and international partners.Organize and track concurrent document reviews technical issues risks and action items.Delegate or coordinate reviews with appropriate hardware and technical points of contact.Prepare and present technical status risks nonconformances and recommendations to program stakeholders.Participate in mission simulations vehicle checkouts propulsion console operations and flight support.Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less-experienced engineers.Travel to supplier test integration launch or program locations when required.Perform other duties as required.Requisition QualificationsThis position has been posted at multiple levels.Depending on the candidates 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 minimum of a bachelors degree in Engineering and normally possess 5- 10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.Requires a minimum of a bachelors degree in Engineering and normally possess 5-10 years of related experience.Demonstrated knowledge of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.Working knowledge of heat transfer engineering materials mechanical systems structures or machine design.Experience analyzing propulsion pressure fluid or thermal systems.Experience supporting hardware development testing integration certification or operation.Experience processing analyzing and interpreting engineering or test data.Ability to evaluate requirements technical drawings analyses test plans test results and verification evidence.Ability to investigate technical issues and develop defensible engineering recommendations.Ability to assess component-level issues in a broader system and vehicle context.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to organize and coordinate multiple technical activities and priorities.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.Ability to communicate risks uncertainties and dissenting technical positions appropriately.Willingness and ability to transition among branch assignments as organizational needs change.Ability to work effectively in laboratory supplier integration mission-operations and office environments.Ability and willingness to travel when required by the assignment.Requisition PreferencesExperience with spacecraft propulsion or aerospace pressure systems.Experience with human-rated spacecraft or other safety-critical flight systems.Experience with valves regulators tanks filters sensors pressure vessels tubing and related mechanical hardware.Experience with component or system-level test planning execution and data evaluation.Experience with acceptance qualification thermal-vacuum vibration or other environmental testing.Experience with flight-hardware integration and certification.Experience investigating anomalies nonconformances or unexpected test results.Experience preparing or evaluating hazard reports variances waivers risks changes or certification packages.Experience overseeing suppliers prime contractors or sub-tier contractors.Experience with requirements development and verification.Knowledge of pressure-system safety hardware cleanliness and contamination-control requirements.Proficiency with Python MATLAB or comparable analysis tools.Experience with Thermal Desktop or comparable thermal-analysis software.Experience with CAD software including Creo or a comparable platform.Experience with propulsion console operations mission simulations vehicle checkouts or flight support.Experience working with configuration-management work-order issue-tracking or document-control systems.Experience developing small-spacecraft propulsion systems or rapid-turnaround flight hardware.Experience leading technical tasks or mentoring early-career engineers.CompensationSalary starts at 98500. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidates experience skills and qualifications.Why Join Our TeamIn addition to exciting career opportunities we also aveExcellent personal and professional career growth980 work schedule every other Friday off when applicableOnsite cafeteria breakfast & lunchMuch much moreFor more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center JSC please visitwww.wehavespaceforyou.comProof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.Must be able tocomplete a U.S. government background investigation.Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.Essential FunctionsWork EnvironmentGenerally an office environment but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.Physical RequirementsWork 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 MachinesStandard office equipment PC telephone printer etc..AttendanceRegular 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 FunctionsProfessional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety riskhazard to the employee or others.JETS JETSII Compensation DetailsEN3-EN4 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.Benefits OverviewOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings includeHealth dental and vision insurancePaid time off and holidaysRetirement benefits including 401k matchingEducational reimbursementParental leaveEmployee stock purchase planTax-saving optionsDisability and life insurancePet insuranceNote Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement CBA the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act SCA or other employment contracts may include different provisionsbenefits. Original Posting11062026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. 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