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Spacecraft Thermal Engineer

80113 Centennial, Colorado Lockheed Martin

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**Description:** Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. As a Spacecraft Design Thermal Engineer you will be responsible for performing preliminary and detailed thermal design and analysis on spacecraft components and subsystems (Propulsion, etc.), as well as performing comprehensive modelling of the entire spacecraft thermal system using standardized processes and tools (Thermal Desktop, SINDA, TSS). Other related responsibilities include:
-Providing technical memos and recommendations to data packages to support peer and customer reviews -Presenting resultant design and analysis data to the spacecraft design/engineering team, customer technical representatives, and Program Office personnel at technical exchange meetings and formal design reviews -Providing review, interpretation, flow-down and implementation of program requirements
-Performing thermal engineering support for multi-week Thermal Vacuum (TVAC) testing at the Denver, CO and Sunnyvale, CA LM facilities.
-Work interactively with multiple engineering fields in a fast-paced environment to develop cost-effective solutions to thermal control requirements which also satisfy producibility objectives defined by Manufacturing and Quality groups. To promote the sharing of ideas, we at Lockheed Martin champion a work environment that supports differences and big-picture thinking. You have opportunities to play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.
Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
- Medical
- Dental
- 401k
- Paid time off
- Work/life balance
- Career development
- Mentorship opportunities
- Rewards & recognition
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**Basic Qualifications:**
-Professional work experience in some/all of the following: Thermophysics & Heat transfer, Fluid Mechanics, Aerodynamics, computer programming
-Experience with thermal analysis and software tools such as Thermal Desktop, SINDA, TSS or other relevant tool
-Knowledge of requirements development and management
-Strong mathematical and analytical skills
-Ability to occasionally support 24/7 activities.
-Ability to obtain/maintain DoD Top Secret clearance; US Citizenship required
**Desired Skills:**
-7+ years experience with: thermophysics, heat transfer, aerodynamics, gas dynamics, propulsion, computational fluid dynamics, and computer programming
-Experience with thermal hardware (MLI, Thermal Blankets), propulsion systems, fluid systems, component analysis and testing.
-Spacecraft or aerospace component thermal vacuum testing experience, including test procedure development, instrumentation definition, test direction and post-test model correlation
-Excellent verbal/written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with technical and non-technical audiences.
-Willingness to mentor less experienced thermal engineers
- Active or Current DoD Top Secret clearance
**Security Clearance Statement:** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
**Clearance Level:** Top Secret
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**Expression of Interest:** By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
**Ability to Work Remotely:** Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
**Work Schedules:** Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
**Schedule for this Position:** 9x80 every other Friday off
**Pay Rate:** The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. **Benefits offered:** Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible.
**Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.**
**The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.**
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
**Experience Level:** Experienced Professional
**Business Unit:** SPACE
**Relocation Available:** Possible
**Career Area:** Mechanical Engineering
**Type:** Full-Time
**Shift:** First
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Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer

80113 Centennial, Colorado General Atomics

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General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA-EMS Space Systems team is re-defining how customers can access the possibilities of space. GA-EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements.
We have an exciting opportunity available within our Mechanical Engineering Team working with satellite technology development. We are looking for an experienced Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer with prior experience in dealing with military and space systems to support our team out of Englewood, CO.
This position may be located:
+ San Diego, CA 92127
+ Englewood, CO 80112
+ Huntsville, AL 3580
**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Developing engineering solutions that require creative designs, detailed analysis, investigation, and resolution of routine engineering problems.
+ Experience with design, analysis, drafting, build and test of advanced space hardware. Apply statistical methods and perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes.
+ Responsible for development of design specifications, CAD models, and technical drawings to identify potential conflicts early in the design process.
+ Develop and maintain integration plans, schedules, and milestones to track progress to ensure on budget and timely completion of design integration tasks.
+ Conduct design reviews and provide feedback on design concepts, proposing solutions to optimize integration efficiency. Provides practical solutions and insight to problems involving integration and design.
+ Coordinate procurement of components and materials required for integration with GA-EMS internal machine shop and external vendors.
+ Leads or performs detailed tolerance stack up analysis and geometric and dimensional tolerancing (GD&T) to ensure proper fit and alignment of components.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical, software, test and systems engineering, to ensure seamless system integration and compatibility.
+ Determines technical objectives and develop innovative, practical solutions to advanced technical engineering problems.
+ Addresses complex and difficult technical issues requiring highly creative approaches, drawing on advanced engineering concepts.
+ Will work on space systems, high energy lasers, electro-optical systems, and other various systems.
+ Hands-on work environment and high level of interaction with system components. Oversee prototype builds and implement lessons learned into design.
+ Able to balance several mechanical design projects while tracking design/release schedule and cost
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.50729
**Job Qualifications:**
+ Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
+ Demonstrates an extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
+ Strong experience and understanding in applying GD&T
+ Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
+ Must have prior experience in space domain and satellite segment design.
+ Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
+ Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.
+ Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
+ Must have a thorough understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
+ Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
+ Candidate must have real world experience with structural design, drafting, and modeling for space vehicles
+ Exposure to laboratory environment preferred, including materials characterization, materials testing, vibration testing, and failure analysis.
+ Experience with analyses including fluid dynamics, heat transfer, structural mechanics and dynamics desired.
+ Previous experience with space systems, launch environments, optical systems is desired.
+ Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, FEA software ANSYS, NASTRAN, FEMAP is required.
+ Experience with MATLAB is helpful
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS-SCI security clearance is required, an active and current TS/SCI clearance is desired.
**Salary:** $105,890 - $189,545 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Provided **US Citizenship Required?** Yes **Clearance Required?** Desired **Clearance Level** Senior (8+ years) **Workstyle** Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.
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Spacecraft Systems Engineer

20151 Chantilly, Virginia SAIC

Posted 8 days ago

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**Description**
SAIC is seeking a **Spacecraft Systems Engineer** . This position is located in **Chantilly, VA** and requires an **active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph** .
This role will support a program office for a Major System Acquisition who requires a mid-career engineer with technical expertise in systems engineering who is anxious to grow their skills.
In this role you will perform the following duties:
+ Provide direct support for major program acquisitions.
+ Provide leadership for the verification of system level requirements and selloff by the developer within a government program office.
+ Create requirements verification packages for delivery and sell off to higher level parent requirements manager.
+ Maintain configuration control using tools such as Jira and Confluence to track changes, manage requirements, and monitor project progress.
+ Assist in the refinement and implementation of configuration management processes for space systems, ensuring accuracy and consistency across project documentation.
+ Support the preparation, review, and management of engineering documentation, including version control and traceability.
+ Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, integration and test, and developers to ensure that configuration changes are effectively communicated and implemented.
+ Lead support for milestone reviews and implement artifact review processes ensuring all required artifacts are delivered and timely feedback is provided to stakeholders.
+ Participate in configuration audits and reviews to validate the integrity and accuracy of system configurations.
+ Support integration and test activities by ensuring that configuration documentation is up-to-date and accurately reflects the current system state.
+ Assist in the identification and resolution of configuration-related issues and risks.
**Qualifications**
**Qualifications:**
+ Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph.
+ Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field and 14+ years professional experience, Master of Science degree and 12+ years of professional experience. Note: Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
+ Knowledge of systems engineering practices, including requirements management, verification, and validation.
+ Experience with verification sell off of requirements.
+ Strong computer skills with the ability to quickly master different tools. Experience with configuration management tools, such as Jira and Confluence.
+ Solid understanding of engineering principles and project lifecycle phases, especially in space systems development.
+ Strong organizational skills, with an attention to detail and an ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
+ Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
+ Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic project environment.
+ Available to travel occasionally domestically.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience in space system development or satellite integration.
+ Solid understanding of DoD/IC satellite systems and architectures.
+ Experience in defense and intelligence community acquisition and program management processes.
+ Fluency in a coding language (JavaScript, HTML, Python, Microsoft VBA).
+ Solid understanding of the DOD and/or IC Acquisition process and related milestones.
+ Familiarity with space systems ground support and hardware acquisitions.
+ An understanding of full life cycle system support, from procurement to launch, including requirement analysis, requirements tracking, system design and development through system test, installation and sell-off, delivery, and hardware development, testing, analysis, and requirements verification.
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SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
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Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer

20151 Chantilly, Virginia SAIC

Posted 16 days ago

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**Description**
As a Propulsion Systems Engineer, provide systems engineering and technical assistance within a National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Government Program Office for component, subsystem, and overall spacecraft manufacturing, integration, and test. Initial responsibilities will focus on the propulsion subsystem. Duties may adjust as spacecraft progress through design, development, integration, and test towards launch.
**Key duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**
+ Work in an interactive team environment with Government customer leads, spacecraft developers, and other subject matter experts.
+ Apply engineering knowledge to support manufacture, integration, and test of propulsion subsystems and components.
+ Confirm requirements verification by evaluating unit, subsystem, and vehicle performance and environmental test data, analysis, and inspection results.
+ Assess spacecraft subsystem technical performance within cost and schedule constraints.Identify risks to program plans and schedules, and support development of corrective action plans.
+ Participate in Failure Review Boards (FRBs) to troubleshoot and resolve anomalies and test failures.Develop mitigation plans and identify impacts to subsystems and spacecraft performance.
+ Assist in requirements development, and support requirements flow-down and traceability.Assist with ensuring compliance to interfaces and standards or ensure appropriate deviations/waivers are in place.
+ Evaluate system, subsystem and unit level design, as necessary, to determine if the design is both adequate to meet program requirements and cost effective.
+ Travel within the U.S. 1 time per month for approximately 2-3 days.
**Qualifications**
**Required Qualifications:**
+ BS in Aerospace, Mechanical, or similar technical discipline.
+ 2 or more years of engineering experience with propulsion subsystems.
+ Experience working in a spacecraft system program office (SPO) or a satellite development facility.
+ Excellent written and oral communication skills.
+ TS/SCI w/ Poly
**Desired Qualifications:**
+ MS in Engineering.
+ Experience with multiple spacecraft programs and a variety of satellite busses.
+ Experience with early life-cycle satellite engineering activities/milestones, spacecraft integration and test, and Launch and Initialization (L&I) activities.
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SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
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Manufacturing Engineer Spacecraft

80111 Centennial, Colorado General Atomics

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General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) is a supplier of advanced electromagnetic systems, related power equipment and other high technology products for a variety of government and commercial applications. These include products such as the design and fabrication of linear motors, superconducting and conventional rotating motors, power inverters, high-energy capacitors, radiation monitoring systems, high-voltage direct current power distribution systems, and numerous other products.
With limited direction, this position supports the manufacturing production process with focus on the design, development, and implementation of new or revised production processes for the efficient and economical fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies. This position supports and helps to ensure the success of an AIT spacecraft build.
**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Works closely with the spacecraft assembly integration engineer and testing engineers to best understand the AIT plan to help ensure all safety, quality, schedule and cost program goals.
+ Lead and support the planning, fabrication, and procurement of satellite component piece parts, long lead items, MGSE, EGSE that are needed in accordance with the spacecraft BOM and testing requirements.
+ As required support the assembly, integration, and testing of complex systems, including payloads, communication and propulsion systems.
+ Work closely with other engineering disciplines (electrical, mechanical, systems) to ensure manufacturing processes and priorities are aligned with design requirements.
+ Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to assembly, integration, and testing.
+ Demonstrate a working knowledge of GD&T to ensure the best manufacturability and part NHA impacts.
+ Track an item LOB and provide regular status reports on manufacturing progress, identifying risks or delays to ensure timely project completion.
+ Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including assembly instructions, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures. Interfaces and collaborates with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products.
+ Provides guidance to product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
+ Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards, and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines.
+ Ensures that production processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
+ Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.
+ Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions and communicates results to staff.
+ May be required to make technical presentations to staff.
+ May provide direction to less experienced professionals, design staff or technicians.
+ Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
+ Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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**Job Qualifications:**
+ Typically requires a bachelors in engineering or a related technical field as well as nine or more years of manufacturing engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
+ Experience within Space Systems Industry highly desired.
+ Proven experience in satellite AIT, manufacturing engineering, or similar roles within aerospace or space industries with a strong knowledge of satellite components, systems integration, and testing procedures.
+ Demonstrates an extensive technical expertise and application of manufacturing engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
+ Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
+ Internally and externally customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving extremely complex manufacturing engineering problems.
+ Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
+ Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
+ Able to work extended hours as required.
+ Ability to obtain and maintain TS-SCI level clearance is required.
**Salary:** $98,100 - $171,398 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Provided **US Citizenship Required?** Yes **Clearance Required?** Yes **Clearance Level** Senior (8+ years) **Workstyle** Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.
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NASA Spacecraft Battery Systems Engineer

77007 Houston, Texas CACI International

Posted 16 days ago

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NASA Spacecraft Battery Systems Engineer
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: NACI
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US
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**The Opportunity:**
CACI is looking for a **Spacecraft Battery Systems Engineer** to work with NASA's human-rated spacecraft systems in support of our Nation's space exploration initiative at NASA / Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. Candidates should have great interest in aerospace vehicles and systems, enjoy working with batteries, battery charge/discharge systems, and other battery technologies.
This engineering position supports cell-level battery testing and inspection as well battery module materials and build-up for next generation space systems.
Specific assignments will involve analysis of battery cell data to characterize battery designs. Work will include supporting thermal runaway testing as well as advancing technologies supporting innovation around calorimetric measurement. The ideal candidate has a background space-rated battery domain.
This position requires a self-motivated, capable person with strong verbal and written communication skills. In addition to outstanding technical expertise, the individual must be very people savvy, have strong customer relationship skills, possess a positive team-player attitude, be flexible and willing to take on new assignments and responsibilities as they arise. Finally, the most qualified candidate will be an articulate speaker able to communicate complex technical ideas in a convincing manner, must share our passion for our Nation's Space Program, and share in the excitement of developing future human-rated space vehicles.
**Responsibilities:**
Support space system projects related to Li-Ion batteries. Perform destructive physical analysis of individual battery cells of varying chemistries and designs using computer tomography (CT) scan, scanning electron microscope (SEM), and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis Review drawings and drawing changes for battery assemblies. Research new materials and construction methods to optimize battery weight reduction and battery safety and reliability. Participate in Test and Verification (T&V) activities including test procedure development and review, hardware troubleshooting, and hardware integration. Support T&V activities for the Johnson Space Center (JSC) Strategic Cell Reserve.
This work takes place at NASA/JSC in Houston, TX, a highly stimulating and dynamic environment that is critical in human space flight and the space exploration initiative.
**Qualifications:**
_Required:_
+ Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident for access to USG facilities.
+ B.S. in mechanical, chemical, material sciences, electrical, or other related engineering discipline.
+ Prefer a minimum of 3-5 years of experience of relevant work experience. Experience can be for aerospace vehicles or in other industries, e.g., oil and gas. Experience greater than the minimum is highly valued.
+ Must be flexible, open to new challenges in a dynamic environment, and possess strong technical expertise combined with strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to manage multiple priorities with little supervision.
+ Must be highly mature and responsible, and team-oriented with strong communication skills and work ethic.
_Desired:_
+ M.S. in mechanical, chemical, material sciences, electrical, or other related engineering discipline.
+ Experience in the aerospace industry is a plus, particularly in the NASA JSC environment.
+ Experience with software tools such as Labview, MATLAB, Creo, Tableau. Experience with mechanical design of batteries or battery systems.
This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.
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**What You Can Expect:**
**A culture of integrity.**
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
**An environment of trust.**
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
**A focus on continuous growth.**
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
**Your potential is limitless.** So is ours.
Learn more about CACI here. ( Range** : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here ( .
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$76,000 - 155,700 USD
_CACI is_ _an Equal Opportunity Employer._ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any_ _other protected characteristic._
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NASA Spacecraft Pyrotechnics Systems Engineer

77007 Houston, Texas CACI International

Posted 16 days ago

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NASA Spacecraft Pyrotechnics Systems Engineer
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: NACI
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US
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**The Opportunity:**
CACI is looking for an experienced **Pyrotechnics/Ordnance** **Systems Engineer** to directly support NASA/Johnson Space Center (JSC) within the JSC Pyrotechnics engineering group. This position will support various space vehicle programs in spacecraft pyrotechnic/ordnance design and vehicle integration including verification of design to NASA qualification requirements and work with international partners. It will support project management of concept, development and flight Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) pyrotechnic systems and devices.
This position requires a self-motivated, capable person with strong verbal and written communication skills. In addition to outstanding technical expertise, the individual must be very people savvy, have strong customer relationship skills, possess a positive team-player attitude, be flexible and willing to take on new assignments and responsibilities as they arise, and be an articulate speaker able to communicate complex technical ideas in a convincing manner. The individual must share our passion for our Nation's Space Program and share in the excitement of developing the next human-rated space vehicles.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Provide engineering support to NASA programs, communicate spacecraft requirements, such as JSC-62809 Human Rated Spaceflight Pyrotechnic Specification and apply them to technical issues or design challenges.
+ Support research and development of new GFE pyrotechnic/ordnance project concept, design, testing and qualification for space vehicle applications including ground support equipment.
+ Communicate engineering position rationale on analysis and data results to various internal and external organizations.
+ Provide failure investigation and problem-solving efforts for device or system technical issues and elaborate paths forward or options.
+ Perform and coordinate design engineering analysis and optimization activities using dynamic analysis software such as LS Dyna.
+ Prescribe and communicate proper testing specifically for pyrotechnic test systems, data acquisition hardware and techniques through leading in a team environment with attention to detail and documentation.
+ Coordinate with NASA Safety and Mission Assurance on pyrotechnic safety measures and standards to ensure quality, reliability, and performance of pyrotechnic devices.
This work takes place at NASA/JSC in Houston, TX, a highly stimulating and dynamic environment that is critical in human space flight and the space exploration initiative.
**Qualifications:**
_Required:_
+ Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
+ B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines required.
+ At least seven to ten years of related protechnics/ordnance engineering experience in aerospace or other industries.
+ Experience working within program requirements to provide pyrotechnic flight hardware development, qualification, certification, and acceptance tests.
+ Experience in definition of pyrotechnic system architecture, component/device design, structural interfaces, pyrotechnic safety standards, and operational requirements.
+ Must be flexible, open to new challenges in a dynamic environment, and possess strong technical expertise combined with strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to manage multiple priorities with little supervision.
+ Must be a highly responsible, team-oriented individual with strong work ethic.
+ Must have highly developed coordination and organization skills.
_Desired:_
+ M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines.
+ Experience greater than ten years related experience in pyrotechnics is highly valued, i.e., the greater the experience level the better.
+ Experience using principles and practices involved in the definition, design, development, integration, test, manufacturing, and operations of pyrotechnic systems including all elements within a pyrotechnic system. Elements include but are not limited to, initiators, detonators, safe and arm devices, explosive transfer lines, pyrovalves, riser cutters, reefing line cutters, shaped charges, separation bolts, frangible joints, frangible nuts, through bulkhead initiators, cartridge assemblies, and mechanically actuated devices.
+ Knowledge of oversight required for GFE hardware over the development life cycle.
+ Skilled in systems engineering and scientific principles and practices of pyrotechnic systems for spacecraft development and evaluation, including cost/risk trades, design optimization, problem resolution and hardware enhancements or improvements.
+ Experience with dynamic engineering analysis software tools.
This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.
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**What You Can Expect:**
**A culture of integrity.**
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
**An environment of trust.**
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
**A focus on continuous growth.**
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
**Your potential is limitless.** So is ours.
Learn more about CACI here. ( Range** : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here ( .
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$90,300 - 189,600 USD
_CACI is_ _an Equal Opportunity Employer._ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any_ _other protected characteristic._
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Pr. Spacecraft Systems Engineer (Top Secret ) Space Systems (Gilbert)

85295 Gilbert, Arizona Northrop Grumman

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
**Description**
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a **Spacecraft Systems Engineer** to support programs based in Gilbert, Arizona.
Spacecraft Systems Engineers are key members of a cross-disciplinary team helping drive the design, development, integration & test, launch, and on-orbit operations of complex space systems and capabilities. As a Spacecraft Systems Engineer, you will have unique opportunities to witness and take part in the entire engineering lifecycle culminating in the on-orbit delivery of fully mission capable space vehicles to our customers! Come join our team and help us keep pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
**Job Responsibilities:**
+ Support program technical execution in accordance with Northrop Grumman Systems Engineering processes and best practices
+ Perform technical planning and analyses at all levels of total system product to include concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal
+ Assist requirements development, allocation, and interface definition efforts
+ As the system design matures & evolves, utilize different tools and databases to keep technical artifacts up to date and help ensure the technical baseline is maintained
+ Play a key role in major program milestone and readiness reviews
+ Author and provide input to program data products and other vital deliverables including Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Command & Telemetry Databases (CTDB), test plans, test procedures, and automated test scripts
+ Help support critical test campaigns designed to exercise spacecraft functionality, measure performance, and verify survivability in the extreme launch and space environments
+ Work directly with and communicate technical and programmatic status to program leadership and Customers
+ Lead by example and be willing to mentor, coach, train, guide, direct and advise teammates
**Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with at least 5 years of experience; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD
+ Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a desire to learn
+ Engineering experience
+ Must have U.S. Citizenship with active DoD Top Secret clearance at time of application
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Electrical engineering and Integration & test experience
+ Advanced degree in engineering, physics, or computer science
+ Active DoD Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI
+ Possess strong leadership qualities, as well as strong communication skills
+ Experience working on spacecraft or aircraft systems
+ Experience with scripting languages such as STOL, PERL, and PYTHON
+ Experience in systems engineering to include architectural studies, technical baseline definition, requirements & interface management, hardware/software integration, and test planning & execution
+ Experience with various technical tools such as MATLAB, STK, CORE, DOORS, or CAMEO
+ Experience in any of the following areas is also desired: orbital mechanics, orbital debris modeling, spacecraft attitude control, power systems and modeling, avionics or digital electronics design, risk analysis, optics, communications, rocket propulsion, thermal engineering, or spacecraft integration and testing
+ Knowledge of Launch Vehicles, System Safety, System Reliability, Contamination Control, EMI, Space Environments (Radiation, Surface Charging, etc.), and Human Factors is also desired
+ Experience and/or training in Earned Value Management Systems
The Northrop Grumman Tactical Space Division is a strategic partner specializing in commercial and classified partnerships with the design, delivery, operation and sustainment of satellites and human spacecraft. We support science and space exploration through our various partnerships, including NASA's Artemis program with the goal to return humans to the Moon in 2024 and the TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) program that has discovered more than twenty confirmed plants. Recognized as an industry leader, we also develop highly specialized space and satellite components.
**Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program.**
_As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:_
Medical
Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Flexible Schedules (For example the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work)
**For more details please visit our total rewards site or chat with one of our recruiters to learn more.**
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Primary Level Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $142,900.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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Mechanical Engineer - Spacecraft Design, Bus Structures

98073 Snoqualmie, Washington Amazon

Posted 16 days ago

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Description
Project Kuiper is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we've designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance to serve a wide range of customers, from individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
We're looking for a Structural/Mechanical Engineer with a background in space vehicle designs and electro-mechanical systems integration. The ideal candidate has experience making major optimization trades for satellite bus architectures including integration with payload subsystems. This is a hands-on role for a highly collaborative individual that combines superb technical and analytical capabilities to convert analytic trade studies to a qualified physical vehicle, while optimizing for high volume production and meeting cross discipline requirements. The candidate will design, analyze, and test satellite primary and secondary structures while ensuring all requirements are met.
Key job responsibilities
- Perform mechanical design and layout trade studies for satellite primary structure contributing to overall system architecture including inputs and requirements from cross discipline teams - Electrical, RF, Thermal, Dynamics, Mechanisms, Materials, Manufacturing, Assembly, and Test.
- Generate detailed designs via CAD systems and engineering drawings with appropriate geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- Conduct or oversee static, dynamic and modal structural analysis via finite element methods as needed to support design work.
- Deliver an efficient structural design capable of high volume production throughput (DFMA)
- Documentation and presentation of materials for technical design reviews
- Design and support test campaigns, both development and qualification/acceptance, for space hardware
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Structural or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- 4+ years of experience including significant time designing structural systems for space.
- 2+ years of experience with structural materials and processes including metals, composites, bonded and bolted joints.
- 1+ years of experience in structural sizing including classical methods (hand calculations) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of primary and secondary structures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advance degree (Master's or PhD) in structural or mechanical engineering or related discipline
- CAD expertise (Siemens NX or equivalent, NX Teamcenter, GD&T per ASME y14.5)
- Finite element analysis skills - (FEMAP/NASTRAN or equivalent)
- Experience supporting development and qualification test campaigns of space/flight hardware
- Experience with common spacecraft subsystems: Power Systems (Solar Arrays, Batteries), Electric propulsion system integration, Secondary structures, Avionics assemblies, harnessing, ADCS elements and placement implications, Payload subsystems integration, Deployables, Release mechanisms, Moving mechanical assemblies, Thermal control systems and sizing (materials, finishes, MLI, HPAs, radiators), LV Interfaces.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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Mechanical Engineer - Spacecraft Design, Bus Structures

98073 Snoqualmie, Washington Amazon

Posted 16 days ago

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Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.
Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
We're looking for a Structural/Mechanical Engineer with a background in space vehicle designs and electro-mechanical systems integration. The ideal candidate has experience making major optimization trades for satellite bus architectures including integration with payload subsystems. This is a hands-on role for a highly collaborative individual that combines superb technical and analytical capabilities to convert analytic trade studies to a qualified physical vehicle, while optimizing for high volume production and meeting cross discipline requirements. The candidate will design, analyze, and test satellite primary and secondary structures while ensuring all requirements are met.
Key job responsibilities
- Perform mechanical design and layout trade studies for satellite primary structure contributing to overall system architecture including inputs and requirements from cross discipline teams - Electrical, RF, Thermal, Dynamics, Mechanisms, Materials, Manufacturing, Assembly, and Test.
- Generate detailed designs via CAD systems and engineering drawings with appropriate geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- Conduct or oversee static, dynamic and modal structural analysis via finite element methods as needed to support design work.
- Deliver an efficient structural design capable of high volume production throughput (DFMA)
- Documentation and presentation of materials for technical design reviews
- Design and support test campaigns, both development and qualification/acceptance, for space hardware
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Structural or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of experience including significant time designing structural systems for aerospace.
- 2+ years of experience with structural materials and processes including metals, composites, bonded and bolted joints.
- 2+ years of experience in structural sizing including classical methods (hand calculations) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of primary and secondary structures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advance degree (Master's or PhD) in structural or mechanical engineering or related discipline
- CAD expertise (Siemens NX or equivalent, NX Teamcenter, GD&T per ASME y14.5)
- Finite element analysis skills - (FEMAP/NASTRAN or equivalent)
- Experience supporting development and qualification test campaigns of space/flight hardware
- Experience with common spacecraft subsystems: Power Systems (Solar Arrays, Batteries), Electric propulsion system integration, Secondary structures, Avionics assemblies, harnessing, ADCS elements and placement implications, Payload subsystems integration, Deployables, Release mechanisms, Moving mechanical assemblies, Thermal control systems and sizing (materials, finishes, MLI, HPAs, radiators), LV Interfaces.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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