Amentum
Environmental Control and Life Support System Water Team - Project Test Engineer
Amentum, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
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? We are seeking talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people around the globe. Join us to envision, shape, and deliver systems that enable space exploration while benefiting people on Earth. This role supports NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration as NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider, working with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a
Environmental Control and Life Support System Water Team - Project/Test Engineer
to join Barrios Technologies, a teammate company, on the JETS Gateway Mission Design Team providing mission analysis and design across the Artemis Program. Responsibilities
Research, develop, and test technologies for water recovery from spacecraft wastewater, including urine and humidity condensate. Typical technologies include physical, chemical, and biological water processing, contaminant filtration, biocide introduction, and water quality monitoring. Work in a laboratory environment with an interdisciplinary team of engineers and scientists. Collaborate with the project manager to provide status on progress and issues and to support project needs. Develop test plans with the Environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS) Water Team to ensure the test strategy yields sufficient information on system performance and capabilities. Develop test procedures and schedules, often in collaboration with various Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, including tasks related to flight certification of hardware. Design and build test rigs to enable hardware development test objectives. Develop logistics, manufacturing, and procurement plans; coordinate with procurement personnel and vendors to order and secure procurements. Inspect hardware upon receipt to verify conformance with fabrication drawings/models. Maintain a safe working environment by performing hazard analyses and following JSC protocol. Perform testing to assess performance characteristics of development hardware, including chemical, mechanical, and electrical components. Gather, analyze, and present test results; communicate test results and development plans both orally and in writing through presentations, papers, and reports. Develop project documentation and maintain status of drawings and procurements; assist management with configuration control of project documentation. Participate in requirements development, trade studies, and design reviews; develop proposals for technology advancement. Perform other duties as required, including the review of technical proposals, oversight of subcontractor performance, and generating paperwork for flight hardware processing. Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 2–5 years of experience in the field or a related area. Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field, such as mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, and design software/tools. Ability to prepare written documents and verbally present at various meetings. Ability to graphically represent test results using data visualization tools such as Excel, MATLAB, etc. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Versatility of skillsets: willingness to work and learn across disciplines including chemical, mechanical, electrical, environmental engineering, and microbiology. Self-motivated problem-solver; team player who is adaptable to a dynamic environment and able to complete all assignments as required. Preferences
Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures. Experience with development of project planning documents. Experience with design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware and/or water treatment systems. Prior experience in a system development project/program; flight demo experience. Familiarity with feasibility assessments and trade studies; experience testing hardware and working in a laboratory environment. 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! For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit
www.wehavespaceforyou.com Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised. Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally, an office environment, but work may occur inside or outside depending on task. Physical Requirements
May require sitting or standing for extended periods (up to 90%). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs (up to 5%). Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.). Attendance
Regular attendance is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust to peak periods and surge requirements. Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and not pose a safety risk. #JETS #JETSII
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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? We are seeking talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people around the globe. Join us to envision, shape, and deliver systems that enable space exploration while benefiting people on Earth. This role supports NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration as NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider, working with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a
Environmental Control and Life Support System Water Team - Project/Test Engineer
to join Barrios Technologies, a teammate company, on the JETS Gateway Mission Design Team providing mission analysis and design across the Artemis Program. Responsibilities
Research, develop, and test technologies for water recovery from spacecraft wastewater, including urine and humidity condensate. Typical technologies include physical, chemical, and biological water processing, contaminant filtration, biocide introduction, and water quality monitoring. Work in a laboratory environment with an interdisciplinary team of engineers and scientists. Collaborate with the project manager to provide status on progress and issues and to support project needs. Develop test plans with the Environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS) Water Team to ensure the test strategy yields sufficient information on system performance and capabilities. Develop test procedures and schedules, often in collaboration with various Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, including tasks related to flight certification of hardware. Design and build test rigs to enable hardware development test objectives. Develop logistics, manufacturing, and procurement plans; coordinate with procurement personnel and vendors to order and secure procurements. Inspect hardware upon receipt to verify conformance with fabrication drawings/models. Maintain a safe working environment by performing hazard analyses and following JSC protocol. Perform testing to assess performance characteristics of development hardware, including chemical, mechanical, and electrical components. Gather, analyze, and present test results; communicate test results and development plans both orally and in writing through presentations, papers, and reports. Develop project documentation and maintain status of drawings and procurements; assist management with configuration control of project documentation. Participate in requirements development, trade studies, and design reviews; develop proposals for technology advancement. Perform other duties as required, including the review of technical proposals, oversight of subcontractor performance, and generating paperwork for flight hardware processing. Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 2–5 years of experience in the field or a related area. Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field, such as mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, and design software/tools. Ability to prepare written documents and verbally present at various meetings. Ability to graphically represent test results using data visualization tools such as Excel, MATLAB, etc. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Versatility of skillsets: willingness to work and learn across disciplines including chemical, mechanical, electrical, environmental engineering, and microbiology. Self-motivated problem-solver; team player who is adaptable to a dynamic environment and able to complete all assignments as required. Preferences
Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures. Experience with development of project planning documents. Experience with design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware and/or water treatment systems. Prior experience in a system development project/program; flight demo experience. Familiarity with feasibility assessments and trade studies; experience testing hardware and working in a laboratory environment. 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! For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit
www.wehavespaceforyou.com Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised. Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally, an office environment, but work may occur inside or outside depending on task. Physical Requirements
May require sitting or standing for extended periods (up to 90%). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs (up to 5%). Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.). Attendance
Regular attendance is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust to peak periods and surge requirements. Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and not pose a safety risk. #JETS #JETSII
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