R0174099 - Fracture Control Engineer (A)

Aerodyne Industries•Houston, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Aerodyne Industries is seeking a Fracture Control Engineer to join its team supporting NASA’s deep space exploration pursuits through the JETS II teammate company. The role provides expertise in fracture control processes used in the design, development, testing, evaluation, and processing of aerospace hardware. The position may be filled at different levels depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and business needs.

Requirements

Typically, a bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience in the field or a related area.
Ability to communicate technical concepts and recommendations effectively in writing and orally to personnel at technical and managerial levels.
Ability to work effectively, rationally, and quickly in real-time environments involving rapid change, conflicting requirements, and occasional pressure.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency may be required.
Ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
Extensive knowledge and experience in Fracture Classification, including evidence of NASA program support in this area.
In-depth knowledge of fracture control implementation on spaceflight hardware and risks associated with Fracture Classifications.
Understanding of NASA standards and requirements for fracture control processes.
General knowledge of engineering materials and basic understanding of engineering systems and Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) techniques.
Understanding of Failure Analysis.
Familiarity with conventional aerospace metallic materials and manufacturing processes that create flaws or affect fracture properties.
Understanding of composite materials.

Responsibilities

Provide expertise in fracture control processes for the design, development, test, evaluation, and processing of aerospace hardware.
Advise on the solution of fracture-control-related problems.
Participate in technical reviews as required.
Help identify anomalies and provide technical engineering recommendations to resolve associated problems or issues.
Evaluate flight hardware compliance with established fracture control requirements.
Perform other duties as required.