PLSS Project/Test Engineer

Amentum - Houston, TX

- Entry Level

Houston, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

We have an exciting opportunity for PLSS Project/Test Engineer to join our team! As a PLSS Project/Test Engineer you will perform project engineering functions for EVA spacesuit design, development, procurement, manufacture, test, and certification. You will work with the PLSS Team leadership to update plans and agreements for PLSS work scope, capture any new risks to the PLSS project/technical scope, or update the status of PLSS Risk Mitigation Plans. Additionally, you will design tests and perform tests of PLSS hardware and perform other duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform project engineering functions for EVA spacesuit design, development, procurement, manufacture, test, and certification
• Work with the PLSS Team leadership to update plans and agreements for PLSS work scope
• Capture any new risks to the PLSS project/technical scope, or update the status of PLSS Risk Mitigation Plans
• Design tests and perform tests of PLSS hardware
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

Nice-to-haves

• Detailed knowledge of vent loop gas flow rates, pressure management, and PLSS outlet CO2 control in closed loop and open loop modes
• Knowledge on xEMU selected design goals for each vent loop component
• Understanding of previous vent loop build/manufacturing issues and testing including component checkouts and DVT/TVAC testing
• Detailed knowledge of thermal control and auxiliary thermal control loops
• Knowledge of xEMU thermal loop hardware build/manufacturing history including issues encountered and resolution

Benefits

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)