Project Engineer- Propulsion - Houston, United States - Nutanix

Description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise.

As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers.

When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

Job Summary

The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future systems supplying innovative research and development; technical evaluations during the acquisition process; conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, and test; and operational support.

Comprised primarily of

highly-trained

mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; orbital mechanics; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments.

Our

Propulsion

team

provides expert technical assistance for spacecraft propulsion systems used on a broad range of space vehicles, from technology development through on-orbit operations.

You will

collaborate with our
NASAcustomer and industry contractors

to ensure the success of high-priority space missions with challenging propulsion requirements. Your work will potentially involve propulsion system development, manufacture, testing, and operations for multiple programs. You must be willing to learn a broad range of new technologies and systems, and confidently advise customers in making critical

decisions.

The ideal candidate will be hired into VSD/Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) and will primarily support the Civil Systems Group (CSG) Program Office to work with
NASAJohnson Space Center (JSC) Engineering Directorate's Propulsion and Power Systems Division.

Work Model
This is a full-time, 100% onsite position at
NASAJohnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX.
What You'll Be Doing
You will be supporting the development of advanced spacecraft propulsion systems for national space missions, using new technologies to allow more responsive operations:

Participate in the overall design, development, test and evaluation

of

propulsion systems

,

propellant tanking and delivery

subsystems

Develop program requirements, risks, and hazard

s;

evaluate inspection, analysis, and test products to support verification or risk/hazard

reduction

Participate

in

and/or lead technical interchange meetings, hardware reviews, flight data reviews, Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design

Reviews; plan,

coordinate, manage, evaluate, and report upon analyses, studies, and tests of components and

systems

Resolve unique or novel problems, conditions, and issues as related to the assigned propulsion systems

development

Perform technical evaluation of chemical propulsion systems used for spacecraft

programs

Review contractor products and
NASAdefined requirements to verify requirement compliance and general propulsion system efficiency and

effectivity

Provide real-time support during test, launch, and operations of spacecraft propulsion systems

Function as propulsion system

liaison for flight Anomaly Resolu

tion

and In-Flight Investigation review

s

, capable of

solving

propulsion questions with low levels of

information

Maintain awareness of
NASApropulsion activities by being an active participant in technical, safety, and integration working groups and meetings

Prepare reports and presentations to communicate results and recommendations to Aerospace program offices and
NASA
Develop technical and progress reports covering assigned tasks which are made available to other technical groups and agencies

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum


Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field is required

At least

6

years

of professional

engineering/scientific

experience

, including experience in a

systems

engineering and/or project management

environment

is required

Experience with in-space spacecraft chemical

propulsion systems and propellant tank / delivery subsystems

Experience with design, development, qualification, and acceptance requirements for pressure fed in space bi-prop NTO/MMH

engines

Demonstrated ability to effectively

communicate and integrate solutions across engineering

disciplines

and diverse

teams

Knowledge of fundamental and advanced engineering principles in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics used in the design, evaluation and optimization of propulsion and propellant systems for space flight

vehicles

Knowledge of space flight certification processes to ensure performance and safety requirements are met (including knowledge of NPR 7120, EA-WI-023, or equivalent

DoD

processes)

Knowledge in the design and development of major elements of ground test and space flight systems required to demonstrate the utilization of propulsion and propellant

systems

Willingness to occasionally travel domestically and support customer needs, approximately 10% (as required)

This position require

s

ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government

;

U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security

clearance.

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

Advanced degree in a STEM field is highly desired

10+ years of professional

engineering/scientific

experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or project management environment is strongly preferred

Completed course work in astrodynamics, combustion, control theory, systems engineering/

design

Familiarity with a variety of spacecraft propulsion systems

Knowledge of space system engineering practices and standards

Experience with hot fire testing or working with storable propellant chemical rocket

engines

Experience in hypergolic propulsion systems and/or

refueling

Experience in structural analysis capable of verifying compliance with requirements for stress factors of safety, fatigue,

etc

Familiarity working with international partners and human space

flight

Knowledge and understanding of the
NASA
and/or DoD

program life

cycle

Exposure performing in or leading technical and programmatic tasks for


NASA
Experience in aerospace industry project management and working closely with customers and/or

contractor

Additional

propulsion experience is highly desirable

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple:
every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people.

To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage with Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.


A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference.

This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal

Opportunity/Affirmative

Action employer.

We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color,

religion,genetic

information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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