Work Location: Houston, TX - NASA Ellington Airport
Minimum Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance
About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support NASA's Aircraft Operations Division at the Johnson Space Center. In this role, you will provide hands-on engineering support for aircraft-related projects and activities, contributing to design, modification, testing, troubleshooting, analysis, and fabrication efforts. You will work closely with other engineers, maintenance personnel, and flight operations to deliver high-quality, timely engineering solutions in a dynamic aerospace environment.
What You Bring - Strong technical judgment and problem-solving skills in an aviation or aerospace environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.
- Strong working knowledge of aerospace engineering principles, including aerodynamics, aircraft systems, and flight vehicle subsystems.
- Strong working knowledge of engineering project lifecycles, formal reviews, airworthiness requirements, and project management best practices.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new tools and systems quickly.
Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 6+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree in Engineering with 4+ years of relevant experience.
- Experience in aviation or aerospace engineering across the full project lifecycle.
- Experience supporting aircraft engineering activities such as design, modification, testing, analysis, troubleshooting, or repair.
- Experience utilizing CREO or similar 3D modeling software for aircraft design, modeling, and drawing development.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience with aircraft sheet metal or structural repairs is highly desired. This includes skin repairs and structural reinforcement repairs or modifications.
- Prior experience supporting NASA or DoD contracts.
- Experience working in a regulated, safety-critical environment.
Why Join Us - Support the aircraft that will train Artemis crews returning to the moon and advance science back on earth.
- Contribute to meaningful aircraft engineering work that directly supports NASA missions.
- Work in a collaborative environment alongside government and industry experts.
- Competitive compensation and benefits with long-term program stability.
