Propulsion Engineer Spacecraft

Propulsion Engineer
US Citizen/Permanent Resident
Aerospace/Spacecraft Experience

• Extensive knowledge in component and system certification and the impacts of component design and operating environment on certification
• Provides support to national and international customers for Gateway and International Space, visiting vehicles, and Commercial Crew customers
• Extensive knowledge in the design and development of major elements of ground test and space flight systems required to demonstrate the utilization of propulsion and fluid systems
• Writes technical and progress reports covering assigned tasks which are made available to other technical groups and agencies
• Resolves unique or novel problems, conditions, and issues as related to Propulsion Subsystems
• Provides support for flight Anomaly Resolution review and In‑Flight Investigation review, capable of solving propulsion questions with low levels of information
• Performs other duties as required

• Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and normally possess 5‑10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.
• Spacecraft propulsion experience with a focus on fluid and mechanical aspects
• Experience in the design, assembly, testing, certification, and operation of space propulsion systems and components
• Experience coordinating space propulsion systems requirements verification and validation between multiple organizations
• Basic knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field, such as mechanical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, testing, and office software
• Excellent organizational skills, oral and written communication skills, and the ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines
• Confident in knowledge and experience, and able to discuss propulsion topics with subject matter experts

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering and may be expected to have a related master's degree and possess 2 plus years of related experience
• Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures
• Familiarity with the NASA JSC Engineering Life Cycle process

• 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.