Mclaurin Aerospace
Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer
Mclaurin Aerospace, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
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Mclaurin Aerospace Are you passionate about human space exploration and working with a diverse team to make a difference? We need you to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that enable space exploration while benefiting people on Earth. This role supports NASA's deep space exploration efforts under the JETS II contract at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.
Overview This position is for a
Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer
on the JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center, Houston, TX.
Responsibilities
Perform project engineering functions supporting the PLSS, including hardware development, assembly, and maintenance.
Define, develop, procure, and build ground support equipment (GSE) and test support equipment (TSE) for evaluation of spacesuit hardware.
Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures in flight hardware, development test articles, or test support hardware.
Develop essential documentation for the system, including assembly procedures, test plans, detailed test procedures, and operations-related products.
Collaborate with PLSS Team leadership to update plans and agreements for PLSS work scope.
Work with PLSS team leads to capture new risks to the PLSS project/technical scope or to update risk status and mitigation plans.
Contribute to PLSS risk mitigation plans and associated activities.
Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering with experience in the field or in a related area.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with LabVIEW.
Experience in a lab or testing environment.
Detailed knowledge of vent loop gas flow rates, pressure management, PLSS outlet CO2 control in closed/open loop modes, and xEMU-related design goals for vent loop components, including design purpose, pressure, flow, and operational implications.
Understanding of vent loop build/manufacturing issues and testing (component checkouts, DVT/TVAC) and the implications of design changes to the xEMU baseline.
Detailed knowledge of thermal control loops, heat removal capabilities, materials compatibility, and experience with PLSS-level DVT/TVAC testing and related design trade-offs.
Experience with pressure systems, including relief valves, pressure transducers, flow meters, and calibration processes.
Benefits
Competitive pay
Positive work-life balance
100% employer-paid insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability)
11 paid holidays annually
Generous PTO
401(k) after 12 months with employer match
Education assistance
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
US citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation are 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.
Location: Houston, TX
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Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer
role at
Mclaurin Aerospace Are you passionate about human space exploration and working with a diverse team to make a difference? We need you to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that enable space exploration while benefiting people on Earth. This role supports NASA's deep space exploration efforts under the JETS II contract at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.
Overview This position is for a
Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer
on the JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center, Houston, TX.
Responsibilities
Perform project engineering functions supporting the PLSS, including hardware development, assembly, and maintenance.
Define, develop, procure, and build ground support equipment (GSE) and test support equipment (TSE) for evaluation of spacesuit hardware.
Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures in flight hardware, development test articles, or test support hardware.
Develop essential documentation for the system, including assembly procedures, test plans, detailed test procedures, and operations-related products.
Collaborate with PLSS Team leadership to update plans and agreements for PLSS work scope.
Work with PLSS team leads to capture new risks to the PLSS project/technical scope or to update risk status and mitigation plans.
Contribute to PLSS risk mitigation plans and associated activities.
Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering with experience in the field or in a related area.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with LabVIEW.
Experience in a lab or testing environment.
Detailed knowledge of vent loop gas flow rates, pressure management, PLSS outlet CO2 control in closed/open loop modes, and xEMU-related design goals for vent loop components, including design purpose, pressure, flow, and operational implications.
Understanding of vent loop build/manufacturing issues and testing (component checkouts, DVT/TVAC) and the implications of design changes to the xEMU baseline.
Detailed knowledge of thermal control loops, heat removal capabilities, materials compatibility, and experience with PLSS-level DVT/TVAC testing and related design trade-offs.
Experience with pressure systems, including relief valves, pressure transducers, flow meters, and calibration processes.
Benefits
Competitive pay
Positive work-life balance
100% employer-paid insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability)
11 paid holidays annually
Generous PTO
401(k) after 12 months with employer match
Education assistance
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
US citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation are 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.
Location: Houston, TX
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