Space Suit Technical Writer
Amentum
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 have an exciting opportunity for a **Space Suit Technical Writer** to join the team!
The **Space Suit Technical Writer** will:
+ Support Johnson Space Center's activities on the Advanced Suit Team
+ Work with and be trained by senior spacesuit team members in the area of spacesuit test documentation.
+ Write spacesuit test documentation including Task Performance Sheets (TPSs) and Work Authorization Documents (WADs).
+ Develop spacesuit sizing documentation in conjunction with Spacesuit Test Engineers (STEs).
+ Write and update Advanced Suit Team Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
+ Write/review test reports documenting results of executed suit tests.
+ Support spacesuit tests and record data, general test notes, documentation updates, and suit sizing updates.
+ Maintain a high level of technical excellence for all tasks to ensure the highest quality of technical products.
+ Perform other duties required
**Requisition Qualifications:**
+ Typically requires a HS Diploma or its equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of experience in a field or in a related area.
+ High school diploma and (2) years of technical writing experience
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills.
**Requisition Preferences:**
+ Prior NASA experience
**Why Join Our Team?**
In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:
+ Excellent personal and professional career growth
+ 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
+ Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
+ Much, much more!
For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com
+ Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .
+ Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
+ Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
**Essential Functions**
**Work Environment**
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
**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.).
**Attendance**
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.
**Other Essential Functions**
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
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