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Structural/Mechanical Design Engineer (ES5)

AmentumHuntsville, AL
Onsite

About The Position

Join Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) and contribute to the development of NASA’s Space Reactor-1 Freedom, a project crucial for future Mars exploration. This role involves working within an integrated product team alongside other contractors and NASA Civil Servants. The position requires adherence to aggressive schedules to meet all conceptual, testing, and flight hardware delivery dates. A background in structural fluid system designs, including concepts derived from various load cases, and strong statics and structural analysis experience is highly recommended. The role demands collaboration with outside vendors and NASA personnel, as well as the development and delivery of reports and presentations to management. This position will work to an aggressive delivery schedule and may require the candidate to occasionally work overtime to meet schedule deadlines.

Requirements

  • A degree in Mechanical Engineering Degree or related field from an ABET accredited institution is required.
  • BS 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
  • Must be a US Citizen and have a STAR ID

Nice To Haves

  • Familiarity with handling CAD (Creo - additional NX knowledge is a plus) and drawing Configuration management processes
  • Working knowledge of typical mechanical design material selections
  • General understanding of manufacturability and design fabrication practices for flight hardware.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills to better support the customer during design presentations and status meetings.

Responsibilities

  • Develop Creo CAD models and fabrication drawings for NASA’s Space Reactor-1 Freedom in support of future Mars exploration.
  • Work as part of an integrated product team with other contractors as well as NASA Civil Servants from various organizations and disciplines.
  • Work with a team of 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 personnel from NASA.
  • Develop and deliver reports and presentations to MSFC and Amentum management as needed.

Benefits

  • Wellness programs
  • Paid holidays
  • Generous time off
  • Employee perks
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance

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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Mechanical Design Engineer salary in the US is approximately $118,000 per year, with a typical range of $60,000 to $200,000.
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