Mechanical Test Engineer

Amentum • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

The Mechanical Test Engineer position at Amentum involves supporting the International Space Station (ISS) and future exploration missions related to Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS). The role focuses on maintaining life support systems, improving efficiency, and troubleshooting issues aboard the ISS. The engineer will work on mechanical design and modeling of test articles and support equipment, ensuring safety and compliance throughout the testing phases.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other related engineering field is required.
• Applicable experience directly related to Aerospace testing and/or test data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of thermal/fluid components, systems, and associated instrumentation.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience with the build-up and disassembly of test stands.
• Experience with development of test procedures.
• Experience in interpretation of post-experimental test data.
• Experience in sourcing instrumentation and test stand components.
• Experience with Systems Engineering requirements, risk developments, and trade study developments.
• Experience with some statistics/graphing software (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to review documents and manuscripts.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Labview
• 3D print knowledge
• CAD knowledge

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team of engineers, chemists, and technicians providing support to NASA while maintaining a strong consciousness about safety.
• Provide technical mechanical engineering expertise to assist and support the research and development of water recovery efforts for ISS and advanced exploration initiatives.
• Support writing test protocols, conduction of tests, test stand build-ups, and interpretation and reporting of test results.
• Work with project level and flight system engineers to define operational requirements, system performance, configuration, component selection, safety, and quality before and during testing phases.

Benefits

• Wellness programs
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Employee perks
• Flexible schedules
• Possible remote work a few days a week depending on customer requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree