Mechanical Project Engineer

About this role

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!     

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We are seeking a  Mechanical Project Engineer to join our JETSII Contract with Barrios, a teammate company.

The Mechanical Project Engineer will: • Work in a team environment to analyze requirements from customers and develop design solutions. • Design, develop, test, implement, and analyze technical products and systems. • Perform engineering designs and evaluations for thermal vacuum space simulation testing. • Produce engineering drawings conforming to JPR 8500 and other applicable standards. • Ability to troubleshoot facility systems and instruct technicians on repair solutions. • Collaborate with NASA Pressure Systems to complete Pressure Systems Design Reviews. • Prepare and present designs at various engineering design reviews. • Prepare work authorizing documents (WADs) required to support the installation of hardware into human in the loop vacuum/thermal vacuum chambers. • Apply engineering principles and techniques to create solutions to equipment, building, and infrastructure challenges. • Prepare engineering specifications, statements of work, and estimates for a wide range of facility-related projects. • Prepare, submit & track all phases of procurement, inspection, fabrication & installation into the facility and test chambers. • Coordinate and lead Mechanical Engineering designers, stress engineers and drawing checkers to complete detailed fabrication drawings. • Express good leadership qualities, be highly motivated, well organized, and capable of working within a closely-knit team. • Ability to oversee and direct technicians while performing installation or fabrication of engineering products. • Express good leadership qualities, be highly motivated, well organized and ability to work independently • Perform other duties as required

Requisition Qualifications: This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised. • Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering with experience in the field or in a related area. • Bachelor's degree in engineering (or related discipline) with minimum 5 years of industrial facility maintenance experience. • Hands-on experience with pumps, motors, blowers, and valves, plus technical knowledge of vacuum blowers, mechanical pumps, and configuration control. • Apply core principles of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to optimize the performance and efficiency of Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) cooling loops and high-vacuum pumping systems. • Proven record utilizing formal engineering methodologies such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and FMEA to diagnose failures and implement long-term corrective actions. • Experience managing third-party contractors and vendors during system upgrades, shutdowns, and facility installations. • Familiar with principal operations of safety relief valves and how to specify them. • Highly organized self-starter capable of managing tasks and meeting deadlines with minimal supervision. • Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office Suite, with the ability to interpret and revise Process and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs). • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Requisition Preferences: • ​Strength in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, thermal design or thermal analysis • Candidates with direct experience in NASA/JSC processes and [JPR 1710.13] compliance • Strong background in safety standards, including OSHA, NFPA, and ASME Section VIII for pressure systems. • Proficiency in 3D modeling software (Creo or Inventor) is highly valued. • Excellent communication skills for delivering presentations to stakeholders. • Demonstrated experience in project management. • Experience following schedules within Microsoft Project. • Must be able to support mission-critical tasks in specialized environments and maintain a flexible schedule.

Why Join Our Team? In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have: • Excellent personal and professional career growth • 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable • Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch) • Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit  www.wehavespaceforyou.com • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position. • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. • Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions Work Environment Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task. Physical Requirements Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time). Equipment and Machines Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.). Attendance Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements. Other Essential Functions Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Groomin

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