Structural/Mechanical Design Engineer (ES5)

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Develop Creo CAD models and fabrication drawings for NASA’s Space Reactor-1 Freedom in support of future Mars exploration. The role involves working on an aggressive schedule to meet conceptual, testing, and flight-hardware delivery dates. A background in structural fluid-system design, including concepts derived from various load cases, and strong statics and structural-analysis experience are highly recommended. Work as part of an integrated product team with contractors and NASA civil servants across organizations and disciplines. Partner with engineers and structural analysts to release and manufacture flight hardware; develop fabrication and assembly drawings; support manufacturing; participate in task meetings and conferences; collaborate with vendors and NASA personnel; and prepare reports and presentations for MSFC and Amentum management. Occasional overtime may be needed to meet deadlines. The position is based in an office and laboratory environment, with domestic travel under 15%. Normal hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. A Mechanical Engineering degree or related field from an ABET-accredited institution is required. Typical education and experience are a bachelor’s degree with at least 10 years of experience or a master’s degree with at least 8 years of experience. U.S. citizenship and a STAR ID are required; proof of U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

Mechanical Engineering degree or related field from an ABET-accredited institution.
Typically, a bachelor’s degree with at least 10 years of experience or a master’s degree with at least 8 years of experience.
Proficiency in Creo/Pro-Engineer 3-D modeling and 2-D drafting.
Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5M-1994) and experience applying GD&T to fully dimensioned production drawings.
General knowledge and application of statics and dynamics.
U.S. citizenship and a STAR ID; proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, make rational decisions, and exercise good judgment.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, accurately, and promptly, verbally and in writing.
Ability to interact professionally with coworkers, management, and clients.
Regular attendance and appropriate arrangements for delegating duties during absences.
Ability to travel domestically in the USA (less than 15%).

Nice To Haves

Background in structural fluid-system designs, including concepts derived from various load cases.
Strong statics and structural-analysis experience.
Familiarity with CAD and drawing configuration-management processes; additional NX knowledge is a plus.
Working knowledge of typical mechanical-design material selections.
General understanding of manufacturability and flight-hardware design and fabrication practices.
Strong oral and written communication skills to support customer design presentations and status meetings.

Responsibilities

Develop Creo CAD models and fabrication drawings for NASA’s Space Reactor-1 Freedom.
Work to schedules supporting conceptual, testing, and flight-hardware delivery dates.
Work with engineers and structural analysts to release engineering and manufacture flight hardware.
Develop detailed fabrication and assembly drawings and provide fabrication support to manufacturing personnel.
Participate in task meetings and conferences as requested.
Collaborate with outside vendors and NASA personnel.
Develop and deliver reports and presentations to MSFC and Amentum management as needed.
Work as part of an integrated product team with contractors and NASA civil servants across organizations and disciplines.