Amentum
Engineering Services
MechanicalTestEngineer(ES4)
“Mechanical Test Engineer (ES4) at Amentum. Skills: Mechanical Test Engineering, Space Nuclear Reactors, Deep Space Missions, Data Analysis, Technical Writing, Systems Analysis, Laboratory Plumbing Design, Microprocessor Programming, Data Acquisition. Perform testing for planned materials used in space nuclear reactors for long duration deep space mission. Conduct tests and processing post test data & analyses”
Industry & Context.
Ability to attain a security clearance through the Department of Defense if needed later, This job involves longer hours during testing, Some travel may be required, Requires travel in the domestic USA (<10%), Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues, Requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks, Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities, Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment, Normal workday 7:30-4:30, Monday thru Friday, Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job, Regular attendance is a necessity, and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required, Proof of U. S. Citizenship is required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or Nuclear engineering or related engineering field is required, Ability to attain a security clearance through the Department of Defense if needed later, Cursory electronics background (e. g. , circuit building, avionics for spacecraft), Basic knowledge of electric propulsion concepts, Hands-on experience with space propulsion research and development, Some knowledge of small pressure fed thrusters (using green propellants), Hardware Interfaces – can review a schematic and know what we’re trying to accomplish and implement, Knowledge of nuclear types of fuels and reactors commonly used in such engines, Basic working knowledge of cryogens and fuels, Experience writing test plans and implementation of them into final test products, Hands-on experience with laboratory pressure systems tubing, gauges, valves, and fittings, Working knowledge of vacuum chambers and large volume air tanks, Proficiency with off-the-shelf data acquisition instruments such as National Instruments, Omega, Fluke, or Eaton, Must be a US Citizen and have a STAR ID
Nice to Have
A master’s degree is preferred, Degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred
What You'll Do.
Perform testing for planned materials used in space nuclear reactors for long duration deep space mission
Conduct tests and processing post test data & analyses
Generate peer reviewed white papers on test results for AIAA and/or JANNAF Conferences
Perform systems level analysis needed to validate test readiness
Review analysis and test results associated with materials development used in nuclear propulsion designs
Maintain training on-site and off-site and keep up to date within contract compliance requirements
Design and implement laboratory-scale plumbing for high and low pressures gaseous systems
Model and wire breadboard-scale through network-scale communications
Program microprocessor devices using Arduino or Raspberry Pi
Model and wire facilities power interfaces
Program and integrate custom laboratory devices using LabVIEW and MATLAB
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client
Communication Scope
Ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing
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