Mclaurin Aerospace is hiring: Spaceflight Hardware Pyrotechnic Systems Engineer

Spaceflight Hardware Pyrotechnic Systems Engineer

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Spaceflight Hardware Pyrotechnic Systems Engineer to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

If Selected You Will

• Identify technical needs and manage systems engineering and technical integration activities for pyrotechnic systems over the entire life cycle, including design, development, test, evaluation, verification, launch, on-orbit, and entry operations.
• Support requirements development, design reviews, test and verification plans, and other technical reviews of NASA pyrotechnic systems.
• Direct and support design, development, test, and verification activities to ensure the system meets its requirements
• Provide oversight and recommendations into spacecraft pyrotechnic systems architecture, designs, requirements, and performance.
• Assist in root cause identification and resolution of technical problems and issues.
• Perform hazard reports assessments and analyze technical feasibility of pyrotechnic devices.
• Coordinate with Safety and Mission Assurance to ensure safety measures are in place for pyrotechnic devices.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Skilled in 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.
• Experienced with pyrotechnic flight hardware qualification, certification, and acceptance tests.
• Experience in Fundamentals of Pyrotechnic Design
• Experienced in definition of pyrotechnic system architecture, component/device design, structural interfaces, NASA safety standards, pyrotechnic standards, and operational requirements.
• 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.
• Skilled in maintaining excellent communication, awareness of expectations, and relationships with direct supervisors, and Center, Agency and other high-level stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Office / Technical Writing

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NASA JSC Flight Hardware Life Cycle, Certification, and Engineering processes.
• Knowledge of oversight required for Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) hardware over the development life cycle.
• Working knowledge of NASA, JSC, and ISS standard practices and requirements including safety, fault tolerance, and unique disciplines.
• Experienced with the model-based systems engineering methodology, approach, and programs.
• Basic knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous PTO
• 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.

US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required. Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.