Senior Structures Engineer – xEVA

Location: Houston, TX
Category: Aerospace
Job ID: ADV0005PC

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Your Impact:

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. Jacobs is NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Structures Engineer – xEVA to join our team with JETS II Teammate Company, Barrios Technology, Inc.

The Structures and Mechanisms Engineer – for xEVA will have an impact on the Earth to Moon mission both strategically and tactically and will:

• Provide subsystem management and integration oversight and insight in support of xEVA Structures and Mechanisms System Team, influencing the hardware development.
• Develop and leverage understanding of integrated xEVA architecture and operations as it pertains to Structures and Mechanisms interaction in specific hardware design and across interfaces.
• Provide system requirements development and interpretation, including deviations and alternate standards, as it pertains to the NASA Technical Authority Design and Construction Standards and Subsystem Specifications for structures and mechanical systems.
• Provide support to Program milestones by providing critical review and reporting of hardware development and requirement verification.
• Support the development of hardware and integrated Safety hazards and reviews.
• Provide review of design and verification documentation related to xEVA Structural and Mechanisms systems and hardware.
• Evaluate designs and perform technical and safety assessments. Identify areas needing independent verification and validation.
• Review and participate in test and verification of xEVA hardware.
• Provide technical support to Program Office, Boards and Panel meetings as the structures and mechanisms subject expert. Draw on other engineering resources for additional expertise as needed.
• Integrate with other technical disciplines to solve technical issues and progress the mission forward.
• Travel as needed to other NASA centers and commercial partner facilities, international and domestic, in support of duties.
• Perform other duties as required.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

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.

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and normally possess 5 -10 years of related experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, be able to work in a team, and develop cooperative relationships with NASA and commercial partners.
• Structural or mechanical system design experience including familiarization with design and analysis tools and testing methods.
• Experience with NASA structural, mechanical, and safety standards and their application.
• Ability to track multiple tasks and prioritize work independently.
• Self-motivation and quick learner to adapt to the broad array of subjects and issues encountered.

Requisition Preferences:​

• BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with hardware and/or operations in direct engineering experience on manned space vehicles.
• A working knowledge and experience with Orion, Commercial Crew, Shuttle, and/or International Space Station design and verification documentation and requirements.
• Systems Engineering experience/background or a desire to learn systems engineering.​

Why Join Our Team?

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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
• 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 is 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. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $87,874.00 - $116,182.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houston, TX: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Experience:

• Structural Engineering: 5 years (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Confidential (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

• Health insurance