Controls and Instrumentation Engineer (ES2)

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Controls and Instrumentation Engineer performs controls and instrumentation functions for space-flight and non-space-flight hardware for the NASA Propulsion Test branch at Marshall Space Flight Center. The role supports senior engineers in testing launch-vehicle systems, subsystems, and elements, and in developing test-article controls, instrumentation, and data systems. It also supports preparation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Facility Operation Procedures (FOPs), Facility Activation Plans (FAPs), and data analyses. The engineer coordinates with NASA project-level customers and works with civil servants and contractors to design, develop, set up, and perform propulsion and structural testing on space-flight qualification and other mission-critical hardware. The role participates in safety and task meetings, design reviews, and test readiness reviews; prepares reports and presentations; and completes safety and certification training. The position is aligned with Aerodyne Industries and supports Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center. The normal workday is 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Minimal overtime may be required to meet schedule milestones and technical demands. Domestic travel is required at less than 10%. Proof of U.S. citizenship and a STAR/REAL ID are required.

Requirements

A degree in Engineering or a related field.
A STAR/REAL ID is required.
Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
Experience with Microsoft Office products such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with OSHA and ANSI standards.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, accurately, and in a timely manner, verbally and in writing.
Ability to interact professionally with coworkers, management, and clients.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise good judgment.
Ability to travel domestically in the USA, less than 10%.
Ability to operate a personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
A degree from an ABET-accredited institution is preferred.
Familiarity with PLC development and operation.
Familiarity with software development for GUIs.
Familiarity with data systems, pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, flowmeters, and strain gages.

Responsibilities

Support senior engineers with testing launch-vehicle systems, subsystems, and elements.
Support senior engineers with development of test-article controls, instrumentation, and data systems.
Support preparation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Facility Operation Procedures (FOPs), Facility Activation Plans (FAPs), and data analyses.
Coordinate with NASA project-level customers across organizations to support mission success.
Work with civil servants and contractors to design, develop, set up, and perform propulsion and structural testing on space-flight qualification hardware and other mission-critical hardware.
Participate in safety meetings, task meetings, design reviews, and test readiness reviews as requested.
Develop and deliver reports and presentations using PowerPoint and other software packages as requested.
Perform safety and certification training as required.
Work independently with minimal supervision, make rational decisions, and exercise good judgment.
Make adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences.