Project Engineer P2 – Space Systems

Oceaneering•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Project Engineer supports NASA as an Oceaneering teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract, within the Survival and Thermal Systems section of the Engineering Department. The role contributes to human spaceflight and deep-space exploration programs, ensuring services meet or exceed applicable standards and expectations. The position involves project documentation, hardware inspection and testing, test planning and coordination, procurement, analysis of test data, and collaboration with systems engineering, project management, JSC organizations, and program partners. International travel may be required. Possible straight-time overtime and a 9/80 work schedule, with every other Friday off, are noted. The role typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least two years of experience in the field or a related area. It may be hired at any level in the professional career framework, depending on business needs. Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency and the ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation are required. The work is generally performed in an office, but may involve indoor or outdoor work depending on the task. Work may require sitting or standing for extended periods and lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds. Standard office equipment is used. Regular attendance is critical, and employees must be able to work outside their normal schedule and adjust schedules to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering and typically a minimum of two years of experience in the field or a related area.
Experience developing project planning documents.
Experience with the design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware systems.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field, including mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, and design software and tools.
Ability to prepare written documents and give verbal presentations at meetings.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
Experience with cost and budget analysis.
Experience working in an integrated product team.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency.
Ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Johnson Space Center organizations, processes, and procedures.
Prior experience working in a system development project or program.
Familiarity with feasibility assessments and trade studies.
Understanding of the Moon2Mars mission and concept of operations.

Responsibilities

Develop project documentation and maintain the status of drawings and procurements.
Work with the systems engineering team to ensure the test strategy provides sufficient information on system performance and capabilities.
Inspect hardware upon receipt to verify it matches fabrication drawings and models.
Build test rigs and equipment as needed.
Perform system testing.
Develop test plans and test reports.
Schedule testing with test facilities.
Work with the systems engineering team to develop a test schedule.
Work with procurement personnel and vendors to order and secure procurements.
Analyze test results.
Assist project management with configuration control of project documentation.
Develop test procedures, working with organizations across JSC for flight certification of hardware.
Work with the community, specifically the HLS program and HLS provider, to develop integrated operational concepts.
Develop presentations.
Develop logistics, manufacturing, and procurement plans.
Work in a team environment and report progress and issues to the project manager and lead systems engineer, seeking support as needed.
Perform other duties as required.