Mechanical Test Engineer Intern

Mechanical Test Engineer Intern

The Test Facilities Operation, and Engineering (TFOME III) Team, which includes Troy7, Sierra Lobo, HX5, Amentum & MSM, is currently seeking a Mechanical Test Engineer Intern to join our team in Brook Park, Ohio at NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC). The role may be assigned to HX5 or one of the other teammate companies. The TFOME team at the NASA Glenn Research Center provides engineering and technical services in the aeronautics, space power, and propulsion test facilities.

Responsibilities:

The Mechanical Test Engineer Intern will work with Senior Engineers in the planning, design, and technical execution of mechanical engineering/technical tasks for a wide variety of mechanical systems, test related apparatus, and specialty hardware for an assigned test or facility project at a research test facility. Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Work directly with NASA and TFOME engineers. This could involve cross-disciplinary teamwork, where communication and collaboration between different teams are crucial for success.
• May develop and test technologies related to aviation, such as improving aircraft designs, studying aerodynamics, or enhancing flight safety. Or related to space exploration, researching propulsion systems, scientific research, satellite development, or other space-related initiatives.
• May develop, execute, or review tests for systems, equipment, for aircraft or spacecraft. This could include things like structural testing, environmental testing, thermal tests, vibration testing, and more ensuring everything meets the standards for aviation or space missions.
• Specific test projects might include design of mechanical systems and or test hardware, overseeing mechanical hardware fabrication, mechanical system and hardware installation, writing specifications for hardware and test requirements, and final report generation. Test projects cover a wide variety of test types in many facilities including wind tunnels, air-breathing engine and engine component facilities, acoustic chambers, space propulsion (chemical and electrical) and space environment chambers including cryogenic applications.
• Analyze mechanical system requirements to match system capabilities with test requirements.
• Prepare documentation, specifications and purchase requisitions for mechanical facility equipment supporting facility development efforts. Evaluating vendor proposals and provides technical recommendations for procurement.
• Develop and update system schematics, drawings, technical procedures, and quality control (ISO 9001) documentation

Qualifications:

Must have a combination of the following:

• Must be working in and completed a minimum of 2 years curriculum towards a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace, etc.) or equivalent.
• Able to work with Senior Engineers in the planning, design, and technical execution of mechanical engineering/technical tasks and project management for a wide variety of mechanical systems including, hydraulics, high vacuum, cryogenics, pneumatics, fluid mechanics, fluid dynamics, aerodynamics, and mechanical designs.
• General knowledge/experience of one or more aspects related to Mechanical aerospace/space testing and facility operations are highly desirable.
• General understanding of fluid flow (liquid and gaseous), thermodynamics, mechanics, motor/pump/fan operation desirable.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to quickly integrate into a team environment.

Other Position Requirement:

• Must be a US Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

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