Structures and Mechanisms Engineer, ISS Sustaining – Space Systems

Oceaneering
Houston, TX

Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Join our dynamic team as a Structures and Mechanisms Engineer, ISS Sustaining and become a vital contributor to support NASA as an Oceaneering Teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. As an integral part of our organization, you'll play a crucial role in the Structures, Stress and Fracture Analysis  section in the Engineering Department on the NASA JSC Engineering, Technology and Science II (JETS II) Contract.
This role will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of human spaceflight and deep space exploration programs. Your contributions will ensure that our services not only meet - but outperform all standards and expectations. As a Structures and Mechanisms Engineer, ISS Sustaining, you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with a passionate team who shares your dedication to excellence. If you're seeking to immerse yourself in an environment where your skills and expertise will make a genuine impact, we invite you to join our team! 
We are seeking someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to owning their work, and providing superior quality. You should be a person who thrives in a diverse environment and who is comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization. To be successful in this role, you should have a sense of genuine, engaging curiosity, and a desire for growth and continuous learning. 
Someone in this role would typically have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of two (2) years of related experience.  This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.
**International travel may be required. Straight time overtime, 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), and/or 1 day of telework per week may be available** 

Some of your major responsibilities will include:

  • Provide Subsystem Management support for needed for ISS sustaining.
  • Assist in review and development of hardware, analysis, operation, hazard reviews, anomaly resolution, requirements verification, re-flight assessments, and flight acceptance testing with respect to structures and mechanisms to name a few.
  • Coordinate to close technical and programmatic issues. Review and approve vehicle verification / certification tests, analysis, and their associated documentation.
  • As a multidiscipline team, members are encouraged to have an overall background and working knowledge of all the areas within Structures and Mechanisms.
  • Expertise is not required, but willingness to learn and coordinate across other disciplines is highly desired.
  • ISS continues to support cargo and crew vehicles visiting to the ISS.
  • Ideally the candidate will be outgoing and a self-starter. As time allows other duties will include USDV development and other ISS visiting vehicles.
  • Candidate should be able to formulate presentations and present to boards as appropriate.
// // //