Structural Engineer - Spacecraft Windows

Structural Engineer - Spacecraft Windows
Engineer IV
ADV0005PB
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 Structural Engineer to join our team in Houston, Texas at NASA Johnson Space Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Apply a structural engineering background to resolve technical issues regarding spacecraft window design and analysis
• Have Knowledge of Stress Analysis methods and adequacy
• Review stress analyses and identify weaknesses
• Review structural modeling correlation to test data
• Review and apply the Structural Requirements/Verifications process
• Understand and learn the engineering methodologies associated with brittle materials
• Understand and learn the engineering methodologies associated with non-linear materials
• Forming collaborative relationships with contractor/partner and NASA hardware leads
• Be proactive and attentive to hardware development, design, test and verification processes at the contractor/partner
• Perform other duties as required

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.

• BS in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school
• Ten (10) years of related experience.
• Have good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Creative thinker, investigator, problem solver

Preferences:

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
• Familiar with NASA Program functional philosophies (especially the new commercial contracts)
• Background or experience in structural testing methods (proper instrumentation of hardware, etc)
• Previous experience in Spacecraft Window Design, Analysis, and Verification.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).

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 Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group 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.

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