Mechanical Engineer – Design & Fabrication - R0157853 Job

The Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED), a primary contractor for NASA since 1989, is comprised of 10 companies and is located at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL.
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At the Amentum Space Exploration Division, people are at the heart of our business. We reflect a diversity of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. We expect our people, clients, and partners to treat one another with dignity and respect. This means promoting inclusion, celebrating diversity, and appreciating the differences we all bring to our workplace.
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Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs, 11 paid holidays, parental leave, paid time off, employee perks and much more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and possible remote a few days a week (depending on customer requirements) we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Position Description:
This position will provide design and manufacturing support as well as systems and project engineering support to the Systems Analysis and Human Systems Integration Branch (EV73), the Mockup and Fabrication team, and the Human Systems Integration and Engineering (HSI&E) team in support of the Space Launch System (SLS) Program, the Human Lander System (HLS) Program, and Deep Space Habitation Systems Development. The successful candidate will coordinate and interface with multiple engineering disciplines, system elements, and customers, as well as participate in reviews, meetings, working groups, task teams, and systems/tasks supportability processes and assessments
Responsibilities:
Assist in the design and construction of engineering mockup and prototype hardware using various materials.
• Meet with customers and review the requirements for the mockup.
• Determine the fidelity of the mockup based upon the customer’s needs and requirements.
• Convert design drawings (CAD files) into construction/fabrication drawings.
• Procure the necessary materials and components for the mockup.
• Facilitate the manufacturing and assembly of the mockup.
• Routine status and communication activities.
• Ensuring proper documentation practices.
• Participate in systems/task supportability assessments.
• Manage mockup and prototyping design and build tasks

A degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering or a degree in a related technical discipline such as Industrial Design, Physics, or Mathematics is required. A degree from an ABET accredited university is preferred. Personnel must have a minimum of 5 years of experience, but the expected range is 10 - 15 years of relevant experience leading and/or performing design and manufacture support for aerospace prototype and mockup hardware.

A successful candidate is required to have:
• Experience with planning/facilitating the design and fabrication of aerospace hardware models and mockups as well as prototype components/hardware.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and understanding hardware engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with CAD packages such as Creo or NX.
• Knowledge of design and construction techniques and standards.
• Experience with design for manufacturing techniques
• Experience in woodworking and basic hand tool proficiency.
• Ability to break problems or issues into manageable pieces to facilitate resolution of technical concerns.
• Critical thinking, effective communication skills, and good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical writing and presentation skills
• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Desired qualifications and experience (presence of one or more of these qualifications will be used as a selection factor):
• Experience with CNC fabrication, milling, and machine shop operations.
• Experience with 3D printing.
• Experience managing engineering hardware fabrication projects.
• A general knowledge of space vehicle design and interfaces, system design, and system engineering and integration.
• Familiarity with NASA review cycles and/or Systems Engineering Handbook
• Experience with human factors standards (NASA, FAA, or MIL).

Star ID will be required to obtain access to MSFC.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
We are a background screening, drug-free workplace.
ASED offers a partnership in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team on the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract whose work is destined to have a long-range effect on future generations!
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