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HX5

Project Engineer, VIPER

HX5, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Overview

Project Engineer, VIPER

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| Johnson Space Center (JSC) | Houston, TX HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide. HX5 is currently seeking an IT Logistics Specialist to join the onboarding and IT equipment support specialist team with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC). Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a diverse team to make a difference? We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We invite you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that enable space exploration while benefiting people on Earth. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider, we work with NASA centers across the United States.

Responsibilities

Work on a highly agile, tight-knit team whose primary responsibility is to stand up facilities, processes and procedures and transition into SI&T oversight and application for Engineering Development Units testing and flight hardware integration.

Develop and build VIPER Rover engineering design unit (EDU) mock-ups.

Determine and refine the integration flow of EDU mock-up assembly to save schedule during upcoming flight hardware assembly.

Support Test and Verification (T&V) activities for VIPER Rover flight hardware. - Frequently perform hands-on hardware testing.

Work in a team environment, and report to project lead or project manager for technical support, task assignment, and processes.

Support hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures within flight hardware or test support hardware.

Generate essential paperwork and documents for tasks assigned, such as Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP).

Perform job functions based on pre-established guidelines or instructions.

Perform other duties as required.

Education and Experience

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area.

Experience with hands-on hardware assembly.

Familiarity with common hand tools and proficiency using them to perform assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting on mechanical systems.

Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision.

Self-motivated, team player and adaptable to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required.

Prior experience with hardware anomaly troubleshooting and failure analysis.

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

Mechanical engineering degree.

Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures.

Experience with hardware processing for spaceflight.

Experience with avionics or mechanical systems integration and test for spaceflight or aircraft hardware.

Experience with Fastening and Torquing.

Experience with environmental qualification testing requirements and procedures (example: vibration, shock, EMI, etc.).

Ex Co-op or Intern experience at JSC or another NASA center.

Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle process.

Experience with Creo.

Position Type / Hours This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off). Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Equipment and Machines - Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time).

May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Other Position Requirements

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.

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