Human Landing System (HLS) IVA Suit Project Engineer (ADV000AFJ) A

Aerodyne Industries is a dynamic, rapidly growing engineering and information technology services firm headquartered on Florida’s exciting Space Coast. With locations throughout the US, we take pride in delivering small business agility with large corporation capabilities. Our list of clients count on us to prepare NASA’s Missions to the Moon and Mars and to defend our nation supporting the Missile Defense Agency and Department of Defense.  Join the adventure of a lifetime by becoming a teammate with Aerodyne Industries and work on projects that will define our future. 

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. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. 

Our long-term client relationship with NASA has led to a need for a Project Engineer for the development of flight hardware for the HLS Blue Origin OCSS suit GFP Project within JSC’s Crew Survival Engineering. The selected candidate will join our team on JETS II with Aerodyne. 

The Human Landing System (HLS) IVA Suit Project Engineer will focus on: 

• Support the project in designing, developing, testing and certifying spacesuit-related hardware for spaceflight application
• Creating safety products relevant to hardware to show requirement compliance and mission
• Be an active participant in preparing and presenting content for design reviews with the HLS program
• Lead/support any related team meetings or program meetings
• Working with other project team members to ensure project requirements are achieved
• Keep relevant program stakeholders abreast of project development and operational status
• Shall provide statuses, schedule, and forward work information to ensure all necessary project objectives and milestones are being accomplished on time and within program/project resources
• Support IVA Suit Project Manager in integration and discussions with external orgs including Flight Operations Directorate (FOD), Crew Office (CB), Engineering Directorate (EA) and Crew Training representatives
• Support IVA Suit Project Manager in the managing of the project’s Technical, Schedule, Cost and Risk as needed
• Maintain a responsive and productive working relationship with HLS program personnel and any vendor or subcontractors
• Project Engineer will support PM who leads and provide weekly statuses to the HLS program, working actions given by program (as needed) and presenting at program forums for items such as hardware certification, project status, and or risks
• Traveling to support project 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
• Work in a team environment and report to project management to provide status on progress and issues related to support of the HLS IVA Suit project
• Perform other duties as required​

Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position.

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.

• 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
• ​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, and design software and tools
• Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
• Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures

Requisition 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
• Experience with NASA flight processes including Class I/II/III hardware
• Have a working knowledge of systems engineering topics, including verification and validation
• 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
• Exposure to human factors engineering
• Exposure to safety processes and risk management techniques

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

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

Additional Information

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be 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 the 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.

US EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.