Amentum
Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer
Amentum, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
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Amentum 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 need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We have an exciting opportunity for a
Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer
to join the team with ERC, a teammate company. As a
Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer
you will: Perform project engineering functions supporting the spacesuit Portable Life Support System (PLSS), including hardware development, assembly, and maintenance Define, develop, procure, and build new ground support equipment (GSE) and test support equipment (TSE) needed for the evaluation of spacesuit hardware Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures within flight hardware, development test articles, or test support hardware Develop essential documentation for the system including assembly procedures, test plans, detailed test procedures, and any additional operations-related products Work with the PLSS Team leadership to update plans and agreements for PLSS work scope. Work with the PLSS team leads to capture any new risks to the PLSS project/technical scope, or to update the status of PLSS Risk Mitigation Plans Requisition 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. Requisition Preferences: Familiarity with Labview Experience in a lab or testing environment Detailed knowledge of vent loop gas flow rates, pressure management, and PLSS outlet CO2 control in closed loop and open loop modes. Detailed knowledge of thermal control and auxiliary thermal control loops including heat removal capabilities, pressures and flow rates, water/loop materials compatibility, issues with extended quiescent stowage. Experience with pressure systems including relief valves, pressure transducers, flow meters, and the calibration process of each is preferred. Why Join Our Team? Excellent personal and professional career growth 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch) Much, much more! Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
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Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer
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Amentum 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 need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We have an exciting opportunity for a
Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer
to join the team with ERC, a teammate company. As a
Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer
you will: Perform project engineering functions supporting the spacesuit Portable Life Support System (PLSS), including hardware development, assembly, and maintenance Define, develop, procure, and build new ground support equipment (GSE) and test support equipment (TSE) needed for the evaluation of spacesuit hardware Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures within flight hardware, development test articles, or test support hardware Develop essential documentation for the system including assembly procedures, test plans, detailed test procedures, and any additional operations-related products Work with the PLSS Team leadership to update plans and agreements for PLSS work scope. Work with the PLSS team leads to capture any new risks to the PLSS project/technical scope, or to update the status of PLSS Risk Mitigation Plans Requisition 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. Requisition Preferences: Familiarity with Labview Experience in a lab or testing environment Detailed knowledge of vent loop gas flow rates, pressure management, and PLSS outlet CO2 control in closed loop and open loop modes. Detailed knowledge of thermal control and auxiliary thermal control loops including heat removal capabilities, pressures and flow rates, water/loop materials compatibility, issues with extended quiescent stowage. Experience with pressure systems including relief valves, pressure transducers, flow meters, and the calibration process of each is preferred. Why Join Our Team? Excellent personal and professional career growth 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch) Much, much more! Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
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