Mid-Level Propulsion Engineer

Analytical Services And Materials, Inc. (As&M) - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

AS&M is seeking a Mid-Level Propulsion Engineer to support various propulsion systems for national and international customers, including NASA. The role involves certification knowledge, technical reporting, and problem resolution related to propulsion subsystems, with a focus on spacecraft propulsion systems.

Responsibilities

• Reports to NASA JSC EP4 Branch
• Provides support to national and international customers for Gateway and International Space, visiting vehicles, and Commercial Crew customers
• Knowledge in component and system certification and the impacts of component design and operating environment on certification
• Knowledge in the design and development of major elements of ground test and space flight systems required to demonstrate the utilization of propulsion and fluid systems
• Writes technical and progress reports covering assigned tasks which are made available to other technical groups and agencies
• Resolves unique or novel problems, conditions, and issues as related to Propulsion Subsystems
• Provides support for flight Anomaly Resolution review and In-Flight Investigation review, capable of solving propulsion questions with low levels of information
• Performs other duties as required

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Minimum 5 years of spacecraft propulsion experience with a focus on mechanical aspects
• Experience in the design, assembly, testing, certification, and operation of space propulsion systems and components
• Experience coordinating space propulsion systems requirements verification and validation between multiple organizations
• Basic knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field, such as mechanical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, testing, and office software
• Excellent organizational skills, oral and written communication skills, and the ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines
• Confident in knowledge and experience, and able to discuss propulsion topics with subject matter experts

Nice-to-haves

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering and may be expected to have a related master's degree and possess 5 plus years of related experience
• Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures
• Familiarity with the NASA JSC Engineering Life Cycle process