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We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day.

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.

Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical engineering in support of spacecraft and payload processing for the NASA Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle (MPCV), the NASA Launch Services Program (LSP) spacecraft, and the NASA International Space Station (ISS) Payloads and Orbital Replacement Units (ORU).

• Candidate will support the COMET contract Spaceflight Processing Directorate as a mechanical engineer in the Payload and Spacecraft Mechanical Engineering department that is responsible for assembling, testing, processing, and supporting launch of NASA's ISS flight hardware, LSP spacecraft, and Orion MPCV.

• Initial assignments will focus on developing an understanding of the mechanical mechanisms and structures assigned to the group and a concept of system operations. Additional responsibilities include troubleshooting non-conformances and problem resolution.

• Assignments will include preparing ground support equipment (GSE) with technicians for mechanical assembly and hardware lifting and handling in compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable pressure vessel safety standards. Thorough knowledge of flight hardware servicing and mechanical integration will be obtained.

• Candidates will be required to develop and apply knowledge of technical principles for ISS and Orion MPCV processing operations concepts, ground to vehicle interfaces, vehicle/ground system design and operation, and launch configuration and closeouts.

• Additional responsibilities in spacecraft processing, procedural development, test requirements, system training and task leader certification will follow.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Engineering discipline shall be mechanical related and primarily pertains to operating and maintaining systems, and developing system subject matter expert knowledge and experience. Responsibilities include system analysis; developing plans, processes, and procedures; documentation preparation for payload and spacecraft processing; troubleshooting and resolution of mechanical system mechanisms, structures; and mechanical lifting and handling.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree or related engineering/technical discipline from an accredited engineering school.

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate’s experience,** **requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Excellent communication, presentation and customer interface skills required.

• Analytical and problem solving skills.

• Capable of reading/understanding technical manuals, drawings and schematics.

• Ability to plan, manage and prioritize multiple projects.

• Computer experience with Microsoft Office products, Internet browsers, and outlook

• Experience with Microsoft Office or comparable application, publication and graphics applications is desired.

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if necessary.

Access to Kennedy Space Center Amenities

While doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many on-site amenities, such as:

• Child Development Center

• Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks

• Credit Union

• Fitness Center

• Barbershop

• NASA Exchanges

Flexible Schedule and Telework

At Amentum, we value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, we offer partial telework options and flexible work schedules for many of our positions. The ability to utilize a flex schedule or telework will depend on your department’s demands and needs.