Overview

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 are seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our JETSII Contract with Barrios, a teammate company.

Responsibilities

The Mechanical Project Engineer will:

• Work in a team environment to analyze requirements from customers and develop design solutions.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and analyze technical products and systems.
• Perform engineering designs and evaluations for thermal vacuum space simulation testing.
• Produce engineering drawings conforming to JPR 8500 and other applicable standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot facility systems and instruct technicians on repair solutions.
• Collaborate with NASA Pressure Systems to complete Pressure Systems Design Reviews.
• Prepare and present designs at various engineering design reviews.
• Prepare work authorizing documents (WADs) required to support the installation of hardware into human in the loop vacuum/thermal vacuum chambers.
• Apply engineering principles and techniques to create solutions to equipment, building, and infrastructure challenges.
• Prepare engineering specifications, statements of work, and estimates for a wide range of facility-related projects.
• Prepare, submit & track all phases of procurement, inspection, fabrication & installation into the facility and test chambers.
• Coordinate and lead Mechanical Engineering designers, stress engineers and drawing checkers to complete detailed fabrication drawings.
• Express good leadership qualities, be highly motivated, well organized, and capable of working within a closely-knit team.
• Ability to oversee and direct technicians while performing installation or fabrication of engineering products.
• Express good leadership qualities, be highly motivated, well organized and ability to work independently
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

 

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, plus five (5) years of industrial facility maintenance experience or in the field or related area.
• Hands-on experience with pumps, motors, blowers, and valves, plus technical knowledge of vacuum blowers, mechanical pumps, and configuration control.
• Apply core principles of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to optimize the performance and efficiency of Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) cooling loops and high-vacuum pumping systems.
• Proven record utilizing formal engineering methodologies such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and FMEA to diagnose failures and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Experience managing third-party contractors and vendors during system upgrades, shutdowns, and facility installations.
• Familiar with principal operations of safety relief valves and how to specify them.
• Highly organized self-starter capable of managing tasks and meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office Suite, with the ability to interpret and revise Process and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

 

Preferences:

• Strength in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, thermal design or thermal analysis
• Candidates with direct experience in NASA/JSC processes and [JPR 1710.13] compliance
• Strong background in safety standards, including OSHA, NFPA, and ASME Section VIII for pressure systems.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (Creo or Inventor) is highly valued.
• Excellent communication skills for delivering presentations to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in project management.
• Experience following schedules within Microsoft Project.
• Must be able to support mission-critical tasks in specialized environments and maintain a flexible schedule.

 

Essential Requirements 

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Applicant selected may be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Work may involve sitting for extended periods.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lb.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• Generally, an office environment but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.)
• 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 when required.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must put forward a 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.
• This position may require some commuting and traveling to other installations as needed.

 Don’t miss out on this great opportunity; for immediate consideration, apply now!