SLS Thermal Analysis Engineer 2'3 Job in Huntsville, Alabama US

SLS Thermal Analysis Engineer 2'3

Location Huntsville, AL Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required about security clearance definitions Position Description Supports the development and documentation of mechanical and fluid system and thermal environment for NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) Core Stage elements. Supports the development, maintenance or modification of system designs/proposals to provide design documentation and high-level requirements to downstream users/customers. Performs detail design development and modification of mechanical and fluid system installations. Generates models and calculations to define thermal environments, and associated compliance of flight hardware per customer requirements. Assists in preparing technical documents for thermal and environmental control requirements, validation and verification. Works with an assigned mentor, as part of a larger group of experienced thermal and environmental control engineers. Also will interact with other engineering disciplines in a collaborative design environment. Some travel may be needed. Works under less supervision. May mentor junior engineers as skills develop. Must be a US citizen to gain permanent access to Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). Competencies General + Collaboration Generally works effectively and cooperatively with work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups; establishes and maintains good working relationships by helping people feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and/or organization goals than on own goals. Normally offers to help work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups when they need assistance. + Customer Focus Considers customers and their needs when performing and/or working with others on routine tasks; supports others and occasionally becomes directly involved in developing and sustaining customer relationships; assists more experienced employees in seeking information to understand customers circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; prepares information which more experienced employees will share with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how day-to-day actions or plans affect customers; responds quickly to help others address customer needs and resolve problems. + Initiating Action Generally takes independent action when confronted with routine problems or situations. Implements new ideas or potential solutions without prompting; does not wait for others to take action or to request action. Occasionally takes action that goes beyond job requirements in order to achieve objectives. Technical + Certification Qualification Basic - General knowledge of verification, validation, certification and qualification processes and procedures, including knowledge of governing regulations and compliance requirements. General ability to assess and document test or analysis data to show compliance. Preferred - Complete knowledge of verification, validation, certification and qualification processes and procedures, including knowledge of governing regulations and compliance requirements. Ability to assess and document test or analysis data to show compliance. + Engineering Analysis Basic - General knowledge of engineering analysis (e.g. mechanical, electrical, avionics, design, circuit, systems, stress, structural, durability). Preferred - Complete knowledge of engineering analysis (e.g. mechanical, electrical, avionics, design, circuit, systems, stress, structural, durability). Basic Qualifications For Consideration Do you have experience with thermal analysis and environmental control for spacecraft or launch vehicle systems? Do you meet the criteria described in the Typical Education / Experience section of this requisition? Do you have experience with thermal analysis environmental control or cryogenics systems for space craft or launch vehicle systems? Typical Education/Experience Level 2 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and 2 or more years experience or a Master's degree with experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Level 3 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and 5 or more years experience, Master's degree with 3 or more years experience or PhD degree with experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Other Job related information Mechanical or aerospace engineering degree preferred. Must be a US citizen and able to gain permanent access to Marshall Space Flight Center. Familiarity with launch systems and NASA funded programs a plus. This position offers an opportunity for employees to also enjoy the advantages of living and working in North Alabama. Space exploration, Missile defense, and Aerospace are at the heart of Huntsville's long established science and engineering community, with the nation's highest per capita concentration of engineers, and the nation's second largest research park. Huntsville offers a wide range of cultural and recreational opportunities, situated in the natural beauty of the Tennessee Valley with opportunities for hiking, biking, golfing, outdoor exploration and water sports. http://www.huntsvillealabamausa.com/index.html Business Unit Defense, SpaceSecurity Division Networks Space Systems Program Space Exploration Job Type Non-Management Experience Level Career/Experienced US Person Status Required? Yes Closing Date: 03/27/2012 about closing dates