Structural Design Engineer

Qualis Corporation - Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Huntsville, AL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The position involves developing Creo CAD models and fabrication drawings for NASA's Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS) in support of the International Space Station (ISS) and future exploration vehicles. The candidate will work within an integrated product team, collaborating with engineers, structural analysts, and NASA personnel to meet aggressive delivery schedules for flight hardware.

Responsibilities

• Develop Creo CAD models and fabrication drawings for ECLSS.
• Work with a team of engineers and structural analysts to release engineering and manufacture flight hardware.
• Develop detailed fabrication and assembly drawings and provide fabrication support to manufacturing personnel.
• Participate in task meetings and conferences as requested.
• Collaborate with outside vendors and personnel from NASA.
• Develop and deliver reports and presentations to MSFC and Amentum management as needed.

Requirements

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
• Typically, educational requirement is a BS with at least 5 years of experience or a master's degree with at least 3 years of experience.
• Proficiency in Creo/Pro-Engineer 3-D modeling and 2-D drafting.
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5M-1994) and experience applying GD&T to fully dimensioned production drawings.
• General knowledge and application of Statics and Dynamics.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with handling CAD (Creo - additional NX knowledge is a plus) and drawing Configuration management processes.
• Working knowledge of typical mechanical design material selections.
• General understanding of manufacturability and design fabrication practices for flight hardware.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to better support the customer during design presentations and status meetings.

Benefits

• Positive work environment
• Teamwork
• Professional growth
• Innovation
• Community involvement
• Flexible scheduling
• Family-friendly work environment