Amentum · 5 days ago
Project Engineer - Spaceflight Hardware
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expAmentum is a company focused on engineering solutions, and they are seeking a Project Engineer - Spaceflight Hardware. The role involves providing test support, maintaining test configurations, organizing inventory, and coordinating logistics for flight articles prepared for launch to the International Space Station (ISS).
Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Provide test support
Prepare and close test paperwork
Maintain and ensure baseline test configuration and document any configuration changes
Organize and track inventory
Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate failures within hardware or test support hardware
Coordinate with test facilities (i.e. Vibration Test Facility) as needed
Coordinate flight logistics as flight articles are prepared for launch to the International Space Station (ISS)
Generate essential paperwork and documents for tasks assigned, such as Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP), as needed
Work in a collaborative, team environment and report to project manager for technical support, task assignment, and processes
Perform job functions based on pre-established guidelines or instructions
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area
BS degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school
Experience with hardware testing
Ability to work autonomously when required
Self-motivated, team player with adaptability to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required
Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings
Must have the ability to visualize and work with complex systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team
Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
Willing to work off hours/alternative shifts when running tests or supporting flight operations
Experience with the design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware
Experience with NASA JSC Flight Hardware Life Cycle, Certification, and Engineering processes
Preferred
Familiarity with common hand tools and proficiency using them to perform assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting on electrical systems
Prior experience with hardware anomaly troubleshooting and failure analysis
Experience with procedure development
Co-op or Intern experience at JSC or other NASA agency
Prior experience working and coordinating requirements with third party/outside vendors
Familiarity with NASA Quality operational procedures and requirements
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Company
Amentum
Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$321.16M2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
2024-09-27IPO
2020-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Ajay Nagar
Vice President
Darren Burton
Chief People Officer
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