The
Aerospace Materials and Processes Engineer will provide technical materials engineering expertise to support the Material and Processes Laboratory at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) to support the International Space Station (ISS), and future space systems including those for extended operations on the Moon and Mars. This role involves materials engineering analysis, mechanical design, testing, and analysis to provide timely materials selection and control expertise for all MSFC programs.
Responsibilities: - Select appropriate materials for different applications in manufacturing and development processes.
- Analyze materials test data under different conditions to evaluate performance and safety.
- Generate detailed reports for material compatibility and compliance with approved processes.
- Work closely with design engineers to ensure materials meet necessary specifications and NASA standards.
- Monitor and improve manufacturing processes to maintain material quality and efficiency.
- Develop materials usage agreements and material usage lists.
- Write material control plans and participate in design reviews.
- Support testbed development, recommend required tests, and report results.
Minimum Requirements:
Degree in Materials, Aerospace or Mechanical from an ABET accredited university preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a minimum of a PhD with at least 7 years or experience, a Masters with at least 10 years of experience, or BS with at least 12 years of experience.
Requirements for this position are as follows:
- Minimum of 2 years of applicable experience in Aerospace systems and analysis required
- Proven experience as a Material Engineer or similar role
- Strong background in materials selection and control
- Strong knowledge of materials science and engineering principles
- Experience conducting materials testing and analysis
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes and materials sourcing
- Degree from a University with ABET accreditation
Desired Experience:
- Working knowledge of NASA systems and procedures
- Familiarity with NASA-STD-6016
- Working knowledge of Aerospace flight system component configuration and analysis
- Training in safely using and/or designing oxygen systems
- Training in safely using and/or designing hydrogen systems
