Nuclear Propulsion Systems & Integration Engineer

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like Team Lead Academy, education reimbursement, mentoring, and company sponsored networking events, you can take control of your own career path on your own terms with a company that believes in you. People are at the heart of our business. We reflect a diversity of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. We expect our people, clients, and partners to treat one another with dignity and respect. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs, paid holidays, paid time off, employee perks and much more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home. Our team is comprised of 10 companies working together on one mission, Moon to Mars and then beyond. This position is for a Nuclear Propulsion (NP) Systems & Integration Engineer who will implement systems engineering processes to enable a successful design definition and product realization throughout NP system development lifecycle phases. Primary duties for the NP Engine Systems & Integration Engineer include: Lead integration efforts for one or more elements of the nuclear engine systems team. Elements include the Reactor Core & Components (RCC), Modeling and Simulation (M&S), Technical Integrator (across all elements), and Non-Nuclear Components (NNC) (turbomachinery, nozzle, valves/actuators). Support requirements, design, analysis, verification, and validation associated with the development of NP system by applying Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) knowledge to project activities. Prepare reports and technical assessments in areas of NP systems and performance. Coordinate, develop, and present technical materials related to engine system performance, testing and integration to support design milestone reviews and anomaly investigations. Attend technical interchange, project planning, design review, and other appropriate meetings to maintain a current knowledge base of design, requirements, issues, action items, resolution and verification activities. Identify issues, pursue resolutions, and support analyses. Complete assigned action items. Assess requirements and implement risk management processes. Translate higher level requirements into lower-level requirements and design options. Conduct assessments to determine optimal and feasible design solutions. Identify and document customer objectives and product requirements. Identify and manage engine system interfaces. Perform other duties as assigned. Education requirements are a BS plus 25 years of experience, or MS plus 23 years of experience in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering field from an ABET-accredited university.

Requirements

Minimum education requirements are a BS degree from an ABET accredited institution in Aerospace Engineering or related field.
BS plus 25 years of experience, or MS plus 23 years of experience in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering field from an ABET-accredited university.
Must be a US citizen
Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%).
Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%).
Requires travel in the domestic USA (5%).
Requires ability to work at a computer for long periods of time (100%).
Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%).
Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%).
Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).
Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).
Normal workday 7:30-4:30, Monday thru Friday.
Regular attendance is a necessity, and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%).
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
Willingness and ability to learn new skills and flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing requirements is required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Individual must be highly motivated, flexible and willing to shift focus areas to meet dynamic customer requirements.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering and its applications in a work environment is desired.
Familiarity with rocket engine propulsion systems is desired.

Responsibilities

Lead integration efforts for one or more elements of the nuclear engine systems team.
Elements include the Reactor Core & Components (RCC), Modeling and Simulation (M&S), Technical Integrator (across all elements), and Non-Nuclear Components (NNC) (turbomachinery, nozzle, valves/actuators).
Support requirements, design, analysis, verification, and validation associated with the development of NP system by applying Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) knowledge to project activities.
Prepare reports and technical assessments in areas of NP systems and performance.
Coordinate, develop, and present technical materials related to engine system performance, testing and integration to support design milestone reviews and anomaly investigations.
Attend technical interchange, project planning, design review, and other appropriate meetings to maintain a current knowledge base of design, requirements, issues, action items, resolution and verification activities.
Identify issues, pursue resolutions, and support analyses.
Complete assigned action items.
Assess requirements and implement risk management processes.
Translate higher level requirements into lower-level requirements and design options.
Conduct assessments to determine optimal and feasible design solutions.
Identify and document customer objectives and product requirements.
Identify and manage engine system interfaces.
Perform other duties as assigned.