Job Description
Our client is seeking talented, innovative individuals to join their team and make history as they build the first free-flying commercial low-Earth orbit space station.
Their cutting-edge endeavor will be a continuously crewed, free-flying, multifunctional space station dedicated to conducting advanced research and fostering industrial activity.
Chosen team members will become an integral part of the history books, as they help design, construct and launch the station.
They looking for creative problem-solvers with a drive to push the boundaries of space exploration.
If you’re passionate about making history, join their team and help them build the first free-flying commercial low-Earth orbit space station. Together, you can make a lasting impact on the future of space exploration.
What Is In It For You
Salary: Competitive salary
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, Vacation Pay, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay, 401(k)
Job Description of a Structures and Mechanisms SME
Our client is looking for a highly experienced Structures and Mechanisms SME, programmatically reporting to the project Program Manager and functionally to the Lead System Engineer, to be the technical design and programmatic Structures and Mechanisms SME lead for the project ground and space systems. The Structures and Mechanisms SME will leverage their expertise in spacecraft systems to lead the project Structures and Mechanisms process development strategies for the project. The Structures and Mechanisms SME will report to the Program Manager and the entire project team. The Structures and Mechanisms SME will work with other project subject matter experts and guide numerous subcontracts to develop and manage the Structures and Mechanisms development process for the project.
The ideal candidate will leverage their Structures and Mechanisms experience, preferably with a background in human space systems and leadership skills to guide the project Program Structures and Mechanisms development process with the team of engineers and subcontractors to ensure the project meets its technical requirements on schedule and on a budget to deliver the first-ever free-flying commercial space station.
Roles and Responsibilities For The Structures and Mechanisms SME In Houston, TX:
- Senior Mechanical Systems Subject Matter Expert/ lead (SME) with experience in developing and fielding human-rated spaceflight hardware, and specialized knowledge in habitable Low Earth Orbit (LEO) systems is a plus.
- Ability to oversee and lead requirements development and contractor production of Structures and Mechanical systems, including assembly, integration, and testing.
- Experience in leadership of teams of engineers designing on-orbit systems for large structures and complex mechanical systems. Systems include vehicle structure, propulsion systems, ECLSS, thermal, power generating systems (solar array), and other facility structural and mechanical systems for all onboard operations and habitability as well as scientific research operations.
- Ability to estimate and manage the development of on-orbit structural and mechanical systems to be produced by support contractor teams.
- Proven capability to understand the interfaces between all other system functions.
- Broad knowledge of systems that will be controlled and operated by mechanical systems.
- Experience in conducting detailed structural analyses and leading the development of large structural analysis models.
- Knowledge of launch and on-orbit structural requirements for systems.
- Design experience in structural and mechanical systems with knowledge of LEO systems.
- Mature leadership skills, and ability to work well in a team environment remotely or in person.
- Previous experience with NASA or DOD human space flight systems or military/commercial aircraft systems.
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a related emphasis in design, project management, and systems integration. Advanced degrees are a plus.
- 10+ years of experience.
Key Attributes/Qualifications
- 10-15+ years of work experience developing large, complex aerospace systems.
- Comfortable representing technical and programmatic information to various stakeholder communities including scientists, academics, engineering staff, executives, and investors—both nationally and outside the United States.
- Significant experience in Structure and Mechanism Engineering processes and principles.
- Experience working with multiple subcontractor teams to integrate complex subsystems into an integrated aerospace system.
- Understanding of United States export control laws and regulations.
- Strong understanding of NASA’s design and construction, health and medical, and safety standards.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering mechanical, aerospace), hard sciences (i.e. physics, materials science), or computer science/engineering from an accredited university.
- Strong oral and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to travel as necessary both domestically and foreign.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance.
If you are interested in the Structures and Mechanisms SME job in Houston, Texas, apply today!
This vacancy is being advertised by Total Aviation Staffing, LLC. The services advertised by Total Aviation Staffing, LLC are those of an Employment Agency.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Education:
Experience:
- developing large, complex aerospace systems: 2 years (Required)
- Structure and Mechanism Engineering processes and principles: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
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