Project Engineer P2 – Space Systems

Oceaneering•Houston, TX

About The Position

Oceaneering is seeking a Project Engineer to support NASA as an Oceaneering teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. The role is in the Survival and Thermal Systems section of the Engineering Department and supports human spaceflight and deep-space exploration programs. The successful candidate will contribute to project engineering, hardware development and testing, documentation, procurement, and coordination with NASA organizations and program partners. The position may be hired at any level in the professional career framework, depending on business needs. International travel may be required. Possible straight-time overtime and a 9/80 work schedule, with every other Friday off, are offered.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
At least 2 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 present verbally 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 on 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 about system performance and capabilities.
Inspect received hardware to verify that it matches fabrication drawings or 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, including coordination with JSC organizations for flight certification of hardware.
Work with the community, specifically the HLS program and HLS provider, to develop integrated operational concepts.
Develop presentations and 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.