Company

Aerospace

SpacesuitProjectEngineer

$145–210k ~AI est. Houston, Texas, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Spacesuit Project Engineer. Skills: EVA spacesuit systems, Life support hardware, System integration, Test engineering. Serve as technical lead. Serve as subject matter expert”

Industry & Context.

Aerospace
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues

Eligibility Requirements

Proof of U.S. Citizenship, US Permanent Residency, Complete U.S. government background investigation, Ability to work outside normal schedule, Adjust schedule to meet peak periods, Adjust schedule to meet surge requirements, Lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 10 years of relevant experience, Mechanical and electrical system design, Test engineering, System integration, NASA test processes, Safety protocols, Certification standards, Excellent communication skills, Lead multidisciplinary teams

Nice to Have

Related master's degree, Experience with oxygen systems, Experience with thermal control systems, Experience with pressure garment components, Proficiency with LabView, Proficiency with data acquisition systems, Proficiency with test automation tools, Familiarity with electro-mechanical components, Prior experience supporting Artemis, Prior experience supporting ISS, Prior experience supporting commercial EVA programs

What You'll Do.

Serve as technical lead

Serve as subject matter expert

Guide development efforts

Guide integration efforts

Lead planning of test campaigns

Lead execution of test campaigns

Author critical documentation

Review critical documentation

Collaborate with NASA test facilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Troubleshoot mechanical issues

Troubleshoot electrical issues

Provide technical mentorship

Provide oversight to junior engineers

Provide oversight to project teams

Contribute to strategic planning

Contribute to risk assessments

Contribute to technology road mapping

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Multidisciplinary teams

Communication Scope

Excellent communication skills

Process & Methodology

Project planning, Project execution, Risk assessment

Full Job Description

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!      We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.  We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient  Project Engineer to lead and support the design, development, testing, and certification of advanced Extravehicular Activity (EVA) spacesuit systems. This role requires deep domain expertise in life support systems, electro-mechanical hardware, and NASA test protocols. The Project Engineer will serve as a technical authority, mentor junior engineers, and provide strategic guidance across multiple projects. ​ Key Responsibilities Serve as the technical lead and subject matter expert for EVA spacesuit systems, guiding design, development, and integration efforts. Lead the planning and execution of complex test campaigns, including test design, hazard analysis, instrumentation selection, and data analysis. Author and review critical documentation such as test plans, procedures, hazard analyses, and certification packages. Collaborate with NASA test facilities and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with program goals and technical requirements. Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues in development and flight hardware. Provide technical mentorship and oversight to junior engineers and project teams. Contribute to strategic planning, risk

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