Production Support Lead Engineer (PSLE) / Production Support Liaison Engineer - NSS

Chugach Government Solutions•New Orleans, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as the primary operational and technical liaison between Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), NASA stakeholders, tenant production activities, and NCAM operations. The role integrates facility operations, engineering, and advanced manufacturing systems to ensure mission success, operational continuity, and efficient execution across IDIQ environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
4+ years of experience in operations, engineering, or manufacturing environments
Experience with advanced manufacturing systems, machining, or welding operations preferred
Experience supporting government or NASA environments preferred
Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible for NASA badging
Must pass background check and drug screening
Must maintain a valid driver’s license
Ability to work in both office and industrial environments
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and wear PPE when required

Nice To Haves

Strong technical understanding of manufacturing systems and industrial operations
Ability to interface with engineering, operations, and OEM technical teams
Excellent communication and coordination skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment preferred
Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the single point of contact between tenants, NASA PSSMs, NCAM, and facility operations
Coordinate cross-functional resources including engineering, maintenance, logistics, quality, construction, and manufacturing
Provide oversight and coordination of NCAM activities, ensuring alignment with facility capabilities and tenant needs
Ensure funding validation and cost alignment prior to execution of work scope
Develop and maintain operational procedures, metrics, and performance tracking systems
Support IDIQ task order development, execution, and performance tracking
Respond to facility outages, emergent conditions, and operational disruptions
Identify efficiency improvements, innovation opportunities, and cost reduction strategies
Provide direct coordination and oversight of NCAM operations and integration within MAF
Maintain working knowledge of advanced manufacturing systems including friction stir welding (FSW), multi-axis CNC machining, and large-scale fabrication systems
Interface with OEMs and technical teams supporting weld tools, machining centers, and automated systems
Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and performance optimization of manufacturing systems
Ensure proper utilization and scheduling of shared manufacturing assets
Support validation, testing, and operational readiness of weld and machining systems
Promote continuous improvement and innovation within advanced manufacturing environments