Space Hardware Project Engineer

About the role

GeoControl Systems, Inc., a HUBZone company, is seeking a Space Hardware Project Engineer to join the team. This position supports the Johnson Space Center Engineering Directorate Support project teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide design and test support in various aspects of development
• Perform testing and verification of flight hardware
• Maintain and ensure baseline test configurations and document any configuration changes
• Generate essential paperwork and documents for tasks assigned, such as Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP)
• Work in a collaborative, team environment and report to project managers for technical support, task assignment, and processes
• Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures within hardware or test support hardware
• Work with technicians to build and test designed systems
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering with experience in the field or in a related area
• BS degree in an engineering field from an accredited engineering school
• 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 operate in a laboratory environment and perform necessary troubleshooting tasks
• Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings
• Must have the ability to visualize and work with complex mechanical/electrical systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products

Preferences

• Experience with the design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware
• Prior experience with hardware anomaly troubleshooting and failure analysis
• Experience with procedure development
• Co-op or Intern experience at JSC or other NASA agency
• Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle process
• Prior experience working and coordinating requirements with third party/outside Vendors
• Familiarity with NASA Quality operational procedures and requirements
• Willingness to work off hours/alternative shifts when running tests

Benefits

GCS health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits (401K, Roth), health benefits, tax saving options, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental and pregnancy leave.