Flight Pressure Systems Engineer
Engineer II
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, Texas

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Flight Pressure Systems Engineer to join the team with NASA at the Johnston Space Center in Houston, TX. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Evaluate pressure system and pressure vessel designs against design requirements and reports assessments to JSC
Flight pressure systems and ISS Structures and Mechanisms.Review pressure systems related hazards (i.e., system leakage, system rupture, explosion, and fire) and controls designed to prevent such hazards.Provide weekly status of top pressure system risk items and certification risk items to pressure system working group.Consult with project teams and the flight pressure systems to identify, resolve, and mitigate issues via the design changes, waivers and/or NCRs.Provide detailed engineering analysis and technical consultation for development, design, testing, and evaluation of spacecraft pressure vessels and pressurized systems supporting flight Programs, projects, and ground systems.Provide technical guidance, oversight, and resolution of technical issues to JSC projects and programs relating to
pressure vessels and pressurized systems.Evaluate the structural integrity and operational capability of spacecraft pressure vessels, including composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPV), and pressurized systems.Responsible for fracture control requirements definition and implementation for spacecraft pressure vessels and pressurized systems.Serve as a JSC consultant for flight pressure systems test in ground systems at JSC.Consult with Materials & Processes on durability, fatigue, fracture and failure analysis of pressure vessels and pressurized systems.Compile comments and represents JSC pressure systems engineering at safety reviews and system engineering
reviews.Other duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience 
This position has been posted at multiple levels. 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.

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 2-5 years of relevant experienceAbility to critically assess manufacturing/material processes and designs, and work in a multi-disciplinary team.Ability to communicate effectively with professional and nonprofessional personnel at all technical and managerial levels in both oral and written form.Experience in spacecraft pressure vessel development, qualification, and certification Experience in pressure vessel development, qualification, and certification.Knowledge of industry standards including ANSI/AIAA S-080, Space Systems: Metallic Pressure Vessels, ANSI/AIAA S-081: Space Systems Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessels, ASME 31.1/31.3, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section VIII, and DOT 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and ISO certified pressure vessels.Experience in the evaluation of fracture critical material usage and development including material selection, hardware selection, material and hardware testing, and material and hardware qualification for manned spacecraft usage.Experience in durability, fatigue, fracture and failure analysis of pressure vessels and pressurized systems including composite overwrapped pressure vessels.Experience in hardware failure analysis to include metallurgical, analytical, and non-destructive testing and nondestructive evaluation (NDE) techniques.Must have problem-solving and multitasking skills.Familiarity with desktop software applications, MS Office and MS Teams is required.Ability to travel 25% of time per year depending on program/project needs.

Preferences

BS degree, MS degree, or Ph.D. degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Aerospace
Engineering, or Materials Science from an accredited engineering schoolMinimum of two (2) years of direct pressure vessel/systems experience.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).

Work Environment:

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
 

Physical Requirements:

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time)Equipment and Machines - Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
 

Other Position Requirements: 
 

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance401(k) plan with Company MatchPaid HolidaysPaid Time OffParental LeaveLife InsuranceTuition ReimbursementIdentity ProtectionMedical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsCommuter/Transit Spending AccountsGroup Legal Coverage Options

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

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.

 

CJ

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