Intern - Space Environments Test Engineer

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

As an Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) intern, you will work alongside engineers and scientists on hardware development, payload integration & operations, laboratory & test operations, modeling & simulation, space environments, scientific research and propulsion systems for programs like Human Landing Systems, Space Launch Systems and the International Space Station! Position Description: The space environments test engineer will support senior engineers to oversee test design, conduct test operations, and configuration control in support of ET20(Wind Tunnel, Environmental Test, and fluid facilities) at Marshall Space Flight Center. Space Environments Test Engineer will review test requirements, develop facility activation and operation procedures, and review test data. These tests will include Wind Tunnel testing, Environmental Testing, and fluid facilities testing.) Test Engineer will provide test design documents and operational procedures for cryogenic and ambient propellant systems (hydrogen, oxygen), ancillary support systems (nitrogen, air, helium, hydraulics), and mechanical systems (thrust reaction, thrust measurement, structural loads). Job Duties will include: Work with a diverse team of civil servants and contractors to design, develop, setup, 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 to support ASED and customer requirements. Develop and deliver reports and presentations as requested to support ASED and customer requirements via Power Point and other various software packages. Perform safety and certification training to support ASED and customer requirements. Expectations included in the ASED Internship: You are expected to have a valid driver’s license, have access to an automobile, and be able to drive yourself to work locations. You will be expected to attend MSFC facility scheduled tours, Technical Fellow talks, luncheons, and training sessions in addition to your work. We highly encourage you to participate in activities outside of work with your fellow interns. These activities will be scheduled, with your input, by your social coordinators and will be beneficial in forming a cohesive group and lasting friendships. Qualifications: Pursuing a B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related field at the junior/senior level is required. Attendance at an ABET accredited institution is desired. Must be able to provide own transportation. Proper ‘STAR-ID’ driver’s license for registration and admittance to Redstone Arsenal is required. The ideal candidate will be an engineer with the following skills: Experience with Microsoft Office products such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Word. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Basic knowledge of fluids and fluid dynamics of incompressible liquids (water, hydraulics). Some knowledge of compressible gases and compressible gas dynamics (nitrogen, air, helium, hydrogen). Basic thermodynamics related to propulsion test systems (heat exchangers, cryogenic fluids, heat and energy cycles, etc.). Basic knowledge of mechanical structures and stress analysis of these structures. Familiarity with OSHA and ANSI standards. Familiarity with standard engineering practices, familiar with current steel design and welding codes and techniques (including welded and bolted connections), knowledgeable about industry-standard, vendor-supplied structural and mechanical components such as structural steel and aluminum shapes, steel fasteners, pipe and pipe components, tubing and fittings, hydraulic cylinders, screw jacks, hoisting equipment, etc. Essential Functions Work Environment: Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<5%). Physical Requirements: Requires sitting for extended periods of time in MS TEAMS meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Upon return to MSFC, requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings and test stands at NASA and Amentum facilities (10%). Equipment and Machines: Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%). Attendance: Normal workday is from 7:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required. Other Essential Functions: The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others. Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required. #ESSCA #ASED #JSEG #CMSInternship Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits: This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future. Compensation Details: 0.01 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. 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Requirements

Pursuing a B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related field at the junior/senior level is required.
Attendance at an ABET accredited institution is desired.
Must be able to provide own transportation.
Proper ‘STAR-ID’ driver’s license for registration and admittance to Redstone Arsenal is required.
Experience with Microsoft Office products such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Basic knowledge of fluids and fluid dynamics of incompressible liquids (water, hydraulics).
Some knowledge of compressible gases and compressible gas dynamics (nitrogen, air, helium, hydrogen).
Basic thermodynamics related to propulsion test systems (heat exchangers, cryogenic fluids, heat and energy cycles, etc.).
Basic knowledge of mechanical structures and stress analysis of these structures.
Familiarity with OSHA and ANSI standards.
Familiarity with standard engineering practices, familiar with current steel design and welding codes and techniques (including welded and bolted connections), knowledgeable about industry-standard, vendor-supplied structural and mechanical components such as structural steel and aluminum shapes, steel fasteners, pipe and pipe components, tubing and fittings, hydraulic cylinders, screw jacks, hoisting equipment, etc.
Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%).
Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%).
Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).
Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%).
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

Work with a diverse team of civil servants and contractors to design, develop, setup, 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 to support ASED and customer requirements.
Develop and deliver reports and presentations as requested to support ASED and customer requirements via Power Point and other various software packages.
Perform safety and certification training to support ASED and customer requirements.