Full-Time Space Launch Systems Structural Design Engineer

The ideal candidate would possess the following skills:

• Proficient in Pro/ENGINEER, PTC CREO 3-D modeling and 2-D drafting
• Familiarity with large assemblies and large assembly management techniques
• Familiarity with Creo surfacing techniques
• Familiarity with working with Import Data and data sharing features
• Proficient with GD&T (ASME Y14.5M-1994)
• Proficient using CAD drafting standards such as Global Drawing Requirements of MIL-STD-100
• Proficient with MSFC CAD Standard
• Proficient in using PDM system for active CAD data management
• Familiarity with handling CAD and drawing DM processes through release
• Familiarity with formulating engineering calculations using Excel, MathCad, etc.
• Familiarity with launch vehicles
• Familiarity with Product View and/or JT visualization
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Experience with NASA Design Specifications and Standards is highly desired
• Experience in analysis of joints containing mechanical fasteners or welds
• Educational emphasis in structural design
• Familiarity with AISC’s 15th Edition Steel Construction Manual

Essential Functions

Work Environment:

Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (5%). Requires ability to work at a computer for long periods of time (100%).

Physical Requirements:

Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).

Equipment and Machines:

Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).

Attendance:

Normal workday 7:30-4:30, Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity, and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.

Other Essential Functions:

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.