Mechanical Engineer - 901322

Purpose of the Position

Syncom Space Services, Inc. (S3) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Engineering Services Department team at NASA John C. Stennis Space Center. The ideal candidate will assist in the design and analysis of new or modifications to existing sitewide infrastructure, to include sitewide utilities distribution systems, technical systems, facilities, or special test equipment (STE).

Company Conformance Statement

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts
• with other employees and organizations. 

Employees are required to:

• Comply with all applicable safety- and health-related rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Be consistently punctual.
• Successfully complete all assignments
• Ensure regular in attendance in accordance with agreed upon work hours and schedule.
• Work safely themselves and help their teammates work safely.
• Assist managers and supervisors in identifying and mitigating potentially hazardous conditions.
• Help the organization maintain a safe and healthy workplace.

Specific Job Duties

• Development of mechanical designs for construction of new or modification to existing facilities to include sitewide utilities, process piping, and HVAC design
• Performs mechanical design calculations and analyses using software and engineering methods
• Develop heat load analysis models, flow models, and pressure calculations for the design of mechanical systems
• Fluid and gas subsystem design, including detailed fabrication and assembly drawing development
• Designing fluid component groups (i.e. solenoid valves, regulators, pressure vessels) including specification, procurement, and processing
• Participation in the entire design cycle of fluid subsystems including conceptual design, thermo-fluid modeling, structural layout and analysis, integration, commissioning, and activation
• Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates in conjunction with other project team members for construction packages
• Assist in the review of vendor/contractor submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs) and change orders to bring product design from engineering phase to be completed construction
• Perform trade studies, market research, life cycle cost assessments, feasibility studies, and conceptual design
• Project planning, scheduling, cost estimating, and material takeoffs
• Monitor and report weekly on the status of all current design projects, design schedule, and actual cost
• Support site sustainability initiatives and energy goals
• Assist other departments as needed with engineering support 

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited university
• 4 years of experience with aerospace, industrial, commercial, or government engineering practices
• Familiar with design of fluid systems, gas systems, and components
• Working knowledge of piping, valves, regulators, and fittings
• Knowledge of fabrication, integration processes and quality control
• Working knowledge of materials and treatments
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) designation or Professional Engineering (PE) licensure, or desire to obtain within 1-4 years
• Knowledge of and application of current industry standards, such as, but not limited to: ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII, ASME B31.3 Process Piping, ASHRAE 90.1, International Building Code, International Plumbing Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)

Special Knowledge and Skills Required

• Prior knowledge of NASA site and experience government installations preferred
• Experience with PTC Windchill, PipeFlo Advantage, Hourly Analysis Program (HAP), MathCad, Autopipe, AutoCAD and/or REVIT 3D
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of environmental and sustainability best practices and executive orders
• Ability to work independently but follow specific detailed instructions
• Ability to interface with various levels of personnel in a multi-cultural, team-oriented environment
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint) is required 

Working Conditions

• Physical effort involving able average standing, sitting, walking or detail work.
• Occasional risk of injury due to hazards.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Sitting for six to eight hours per day
• Dexterity to operate office equipment as required by the position
• Bending, stooping, walking

Other Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen in order to obtain required NASA badge
• Must be able to provide a certified Birth Certificate (with state seal), Passport, or INS Citizenship documents on date of hire (candidate will be sent home if this paperwork is not provided upon arrival on date of hire)
• Must have the ability to communicate the English language, both verbally and written, in an effective manner
• Must have, and maintain, a valid driver’s license

Syncom Space Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

Location: John C Stennis Space Center, MS