Sr. Materials and Process Engineer for Human Lander System

Amentum • Huntsville, AL

80d

About The Position

Amentum Space Exploration Division is seeking a Materials and Processes Engineer to support the Human Lander System (HLS) program, contributing to the development of Moon and Mars landers. This role involves coordinating across commercial and NASA programs while ensuring compliance with NASA regulations and standards. The successful candidate will collaborate with various departments and programs to define materials needs and contribute to mission-critical spacecraft systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering or equivalent field
• Bachelor's degree with at least 25 years of related experience
• Master's degree with 23+ years of related experience
• PhD with a minimum of 19 years of related experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience with NASA programs and regulations
• Background in aerospace materials and processes
• Knowledge of human-rated spacecraft systems
• Experience with structural testing methodologies
• Familiarity with NASA milestone review processes
• Familiarity with task tracking systems such as JIRA and Confluence

Responsibilities

• Coordinate between different commercial and NASA programs
• Ensure compliance with NASA regulations and standards
• Collaborate with various departments and programs to define materials needs
• Maintain professional relationships with NASA customers, other NASA support contractors, and HLS commercial partners
• Contribute to the development of systems safety and reliability products for the lunar lander
• Participate in mission planning and ensure the integrity of the human-rated lunar lander spacecraft
• Work with team members to identify risks, develop risk statements, and formulate responses
• Review Hazard Analyses and safety documentation
• Conduct materials evaluations and design analysis for research, development, manufacturing, flight, and in-space programs
• Review manufacturing processes including forging, brake forming, extrusions, welding, metal joining, surface treatments, heat treatments, and corrosion mitigation techniques
• Recommend appropriate testing protocols required to verify compliance with materials and processes standards
• Work on trade studies and participate in stakeholder reviews
• Review documentation for major milestone reviews including CBR, PDR, CDR, DCR, COFR and other program milestones
• Collaborate with a diverse team of engineers, specialists, and designers to enhance the overall project
• Attend HLS Project meetings and provide meeting summaries to technical leads
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Report to the team lead providing status on progress, issues, and requests for support
• Perform other duties as required to support program objectives

Benefits

• Wellness programs
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Employee perks
• Flexible schedules

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree