Commercial Crew Program Project Engineer

Commercial Crew Program Project Engineer
Engineer II
ADV000AG9
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, Texas

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Commercial Crew Program Project Engineer to join the Commercial Crew Program Projects team with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC) for the development of flight hardware.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Commercial Crew Program Project Engineer will:

• With guidance from the CCP Suit System Manager (SM), maintain a responsive and productive working relationship with Commercial Crew provider and any vendor or subcontractors.
• Shall provide statuses, schedule, and forward work information to ensure all necessary CCP Suit team objectives and milestones are being accomplished on time and within program/project resources.
• Support CCP Suit SM in the managing of the project's Technical, Schedule, Cost and Risk as needed
• Lead/Support Commercial Crew Provider hardware team(s) working meetings, requirement verification activities (i.e. demonstrations, testing's, etc.) and travel as needed for On Job Training (OJT) events.
• Project Engineer will support SSM who leads and provide weekly statuses to Commercial Crew Program (CCP) program customer, working actions given by program (as needed) and presenting at program forums for items such as hardware certification, project status, and or risks.
• Support SM in integration and discussions with external orgs including Flight Operations Directorate (FOD), Crew Office (CB), Engineering Directorate (EA) and Crew Training representatives.
• Keep relevant CCP stakeholders abreast of project development and operational status.
• Serve as a key stakeholder for all CCP program milestones such as verification activities, hardware qualification events, launch preparations activities such as performing Pre Flight Readiness Review (FRR) tasks, Mission Support training (i.e. console simulation support at JSC Mission Control Center), and provide in person launch operations support.
• Traveling to support commercial provider meetings, Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), development efforts, qualification (certification) testing, failure investigations or technical issues, crew training activities and other critical project tasks are all responsibilities for this position.
• Working with CCP team to ensure project requirements are achieved.
• Work in a team environment and report to project management to provide status on progress and issues related to support of the CCP NASA customer.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education andExperience
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.

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school and at least two (2) years of relevant experience
• Experience with the development of requirements documents including functional requirements and verification success criteria
• Experience with the design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of Space system hardware. Prior experience in pressure, oxygen systems, suit systems would be considered a bonus
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field, such as mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, JSC Electronic Document System and design software and tools
• Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
• Experience with NASA flight processes including Class I/II/III hardware
• Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures

Preferences

• BS degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school and a minimum of five (5) to ten (10) years of direct
  engineering experience, or a MS degree from an accredited engineering school and four (4) years of direct engineering
  experience, or Ph.D. degree and zero (0) years direct engineering experience.
• Previous experience in designing and building unique hardware
• Previous testing experience
• Familiarity with machine shop techniques and processing hardware through the manufacturing process.
• Ability to perform hands on test buildup, data processing, and documentation including test plans and reports
• Ability to work independently

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position and works in the office Monday - Friday.

Work Environment:

• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Equipment and Machines - Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

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).

Other Position Requirements:

• 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.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, pleasecall (850) 362-6551.

CJ