Space Hardware Project Engineer

Mclaurin Aerospace • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Mclaurin is hiring a Space Hardware Project Engineer for its JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. The role supports the Johnson Space Center Engineering Directorate through design, testing, verification, and troubleshooting of spaceflight hardware and test support hardware. The position works collaboratively with project teams, technicians, and project managers, and may be considered at different levels depending on the candidate’s experience, requirements, and business needs.

The engineer supports the development of test procedures and verification and validation processes; performs testing and verification of flight hardware; maintains baseline test configurations and records configuration changes; and prepares task-related documentation such as Task Performance Sheets, Discrepancy Reports, and Detailed Test Procedures. The role also involves planning and executing troubleshooting for mechanical and electrical failures, working with technicians to build and test systems, and performing work according to established guidelines or instructions.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to pass a comprehensive security background investigation. The employer describes a focus on research, publication, and engagement with the academic community, encouraging employees to stay current with developments in their disciplines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field from an accredited engineering school; the posting also states that the role typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering with experience in the field or a related area.
• Ability to work autonomously when required.
• Self-motivated team player who can adapt to a dynamic environment and complete assignments as required.
• Ability to operate in a laboratory environment and perform necessary troubleshooting tasks.
• Ability to prepare written documents and verbally present at meetings.
• Ability to visualize and work with complex mechanical and electrical systems and collaborate with others on problem solving.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware.
• Experience with NASA Johnson Space Center Flight Hardware Life Cycle, Certification, and Engineering processes.
• Prior experience with hardware anomaly troubleshooting and failure analysis.
• Experience with procedure development.
• Co-op or intern experience at Johnson Space Center or another NASA agency.
• Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle process.
• Prior experience working with and coordinating requirements with third-party or outside vendors.
• Familiarity with NASA Quality operational procedures and requirements.
• Willingness to work off-hours or alternative shifts when running tests.

Responsibilities

• Provide design and test support for development activities supporting the Johnson Space Center Engineering Directorate.
• Support project teams in developing test procedures and verification and validation processes.
• Perform testing and verification of flight hardware.
• Maintain baseline test configurations and document configuration changes.
• Generate task documentation as needed, including Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP).
• Work collaboratively and report to project managers for technical support, task assignment, and processes.
• Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures in hardware or test support hardware.
• Perform job functions based on pre-established guidelines or instructions.
• Work with technicians to build and test designed systems.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Positive work-life balance.
• Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 11 paid holidays annually.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) after 12 months of service with employer match.
• Education assistance.
• Relocation assistance, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level