Associate Electrical Engineer I/II

Associate Electrical Engineer I/II

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical development of safety-critical launch PLC products including requirements, design, coding, testing, and documentation.
• Provide technical support as a part of one or more ground control subsystem development teams.
• Perform integration across subsystem teams to assure continuity of PLC products.
• Serve as part of the team responsible for technical integration between the ground subsystems and the NASA customer.
• Develop and/or evaluate work instruction packages.
• Support internal and project level reviews, working groups, vendor technical interchange meetings, peer reviews, code walk-throughs and other project deliverables associated with the software delivery lifecycle.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Electrical Engineer I

Electrical Engineer II

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.

• Must be a self-motivated, team player comfortable working in a dynamic environment.

• Knowledge and experience troubleshooting electrical and control systems.

• PLC development experience using Allen Bradley PLC's/RSlogix software platform is highly desired.

• Knowledge of scripting languages is desired (VBA, Python)

• Experience/familiarity with Linux operating systems

• Experience with Version One or other similar Agile software methodologies.

• Experience with the full lifecycle of software processes (design, development, test and delivery) for safety-critical software.

• Knowledge of electrical control panel assembly fabrication is desired.

• Basic knowledge of fluids systems and transducers is desired.

• Ability to read engineering schematics, drawings, and engineering specification is required.

• Ground or launch vehicle system experience a plus.

Essential Functions

Physical Requirements

• Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.

Work Environment

• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards.
• Will be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex.
• Position requires daily individual to travel to different areas on site.
• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the facility.

Equipment and Machines

• Operate computer terminals, personal computers, and related computer peripheral equipment to maintain/adjust database logs and records, print documents and record work performance.
• Personal computer, scanner, copy machine, telephone, laser printer, fax machine, and other office equipment including desk supplies.

Attendance

• Work assignments are normally 8 hours shifts, 5 consecutive days per week.
• Must be dependable and punctual.
• Occasional overtime, sometimes with short notice, is required to meet demanding schedule

Other Essential Functions

• If offered a position, proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Resident/Green Card holder of the United States is required.
• Needs to have clear, concise, and accurate communication skills.
• Must have ability to work well with office staff and customer representatives.
• Government security clearance may be required in the future.
• Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
• Must pass a federal background investigation.
• Must comply with all "drug free workplace" requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.

Access to Kennedy Space Center Amenities

• 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.