Project Engineer - Viper Systems Integration & Test

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 aProject Engineer - VIPER Systems Integration & Test to join the team with JETS II Teammate company, Bastion Technologies, Inc.

The Project Engineer - VIPER Systems Integration & Test (SI&T) will:

• Work on a highly agile, tight knit team whose primary responsibility as a team is to stand up facilities, processes and procedures and transition into SI&T oversight and application for Engineering Development Units testing and flight hardware integration.
• Facilitate planning and development of VIPER Rover pathfinding activities.
• Develop and build VIPER Rover engineering design unit (EDU) mock-ups.
• Determine and refine the integration flow of EDU mock-up assembly in service of saving schedule during upcoming flight hardware assembly.
• Support Test and Verification (T&V) activities for VIPER Rover flight hardware.
• Frequently perform hands-on hardware testing.
• Work in a team environment, and report to project lead or project manager for technical support, task assignment, and processes.
• Support hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures within flight hardware or test support hardware.
• Generate essential paperwork and documents for tasks assigned, such as Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP), as needed.
• Perform job functions based on pre-established guidelines or instructions.
• 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.

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Experience with hands-on hardware assembly.
• Familiarity with common hand tools and proficiency using them to perform assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting on mechanical systems.
• Experience with test procedure development.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision.
• Self-motivated, team player and adaptable to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required.
• Prior experience with hardware anomaly troubleshooting and failure analysis.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and will be expected to effectively interact with customers and management at all levels.
• Must have the ability to visualize and work with complex mechanical/electrical systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.

Requisition Preferences:

• Mechanical engineering degree.
• Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures.
• Experience with hardware processing for spaceflight.
• Experience with avionics or mechanical Systems Integration and test for spaceflight or aircraft hardware.
• Experience with Fastening and Torquing.
• Experience with Harnessing.
• Experience with environmental qualification testing requirements and procedures (example: vibration, shock, EMI, etc.)
• Ex Co-op or Intern experience at JSC or another NASA center.
• Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle process.
• Experience with Creo.

Why Join Our Team?

Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

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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.