Fluids and Mechanical Systems Engineer

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 **Fluids and Mechanical Systems Engineer** to join the JETSII contract.

* * 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.

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The **Fluids and Mechanical Systems Engineer** will:

+ Support Johnson Space Center's activities in design, modification and review of Propellant Fluid and Mechanical Systems
+ Work in a team environment to analyze designs, analysis, requirements, verifications, etc from the customer for problem resolutions and to develop design solutions
+ Oversight in design, development, testing, implementation, and analysis of propellant engine products and systems
+ Perform engineering designs and evaluations for various fluids and mechanical systems
+ Prepare and present design recommendations at various engineering design reviews
+ Apply engineering principles and techniques to create solutions to component and system designs
+ Review engineering specifications and designs for a wide range of engine schematics on related engine system products
+ Express good leadership qualities, be highly motivated, well organized, and capable of working within a closely-knit team
+ 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 in cryogenic systems and vacuum systems
+ Familiarization with Liquid Nitrogen, Hydrogen, Helium, and Oxygen Systems
+ Ability to visualize and work with complex fluid and mechanical systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team
+ Ability to coordinate in a team environment to meet project milestone design reviews and integration
+ Knowledgeable and experienced in the following: MS Office Suite, MS Project, AutoCAD, Inventor or PTC Creo or other similar CAD Software packages
+ Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision
+ Ability to communicate, build relationships, be proactive, and work with a team
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills
+ Support work extended hours and weekends to meet customer test schedules

**Requisition Preferences:**

+ Familiarization with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures
+ Understand MS Project schedules and report the status to the project manager
+ Experience with NASA's Engineering Drawing System Manual, JPR 8500.4 is a plus
+ Presentation skills are highly desired
+ Design of fluid mechanisms interfacing between space vehicles
+ Ten (10) years' experience
+ BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited engineering school
+ Has experience with Creo
+ Has experience with fluid and pressure systems
+ Has experience with leak testing
+ Has worked with mechanical technicians on buildup of systems
+ Has experience with fluid and pressure connections and fittings
+ Has experience with sending jobs to vendors for procurement
+ Has experience with flight hardware handling and testing

**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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