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Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer

(Job ID# ASM24PLSE464)

Location: Houston, TX

Description

AS&M has an exciting opportunity for a Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer to join the team in Houston, Texas.

Responsibilities

As a Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Project Engineer you will:

  • Perform project engineering functions for EVA spacesuit design, development, procurement, manufacture, test, and certification

  • Work with the PLSS Team leadership to update plans and agreements for PLSS work scope

  • Work with the PLSS team leads to capture any new risks to the PLSS project/technical scope, or to update the status of PLSS Risk Mitigation Plans

  • Design tests and perform tests of PLSS hardware

  • Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Requisition Qualifications:

  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship required for this position.

  • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

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.

  • Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and normally possess 5 - 10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment

Requisition Preferences

  • Detailed knowledge of vent loop gas flow rates, pressure management, and PLSS outlet CO2 control in closed loop and open loop modes. Should have detailed knowledge on xEMU selected design goals for each vent loop component.

  • Areas of knowledge on each component should include: detailed understanding of each component’s design and purpose in the overall vent loop and PLSS design, pressure capabilities, flow rates/delta pressure during flow, and functional operations.

  • Should understand previous vent loop build/manufacturing issues and testing including component checkouts and DVT/TVAC testing.

  • Should be able to describe the consequences of making various design alterations to the existing xEMU baseline design

  • Detailed knowledge of thermal control and auxiliary thermal control loops including heat removal capabilities, pressures and flow rates, water/loop materials compatibility, issues with extended quiescent stowage.

  • Detailed knowledge of design trades that led to the selection of xEMU thermal loop component designs, detailed knowledge of hardware design, knowledge of xEMU thermal loop hardware build/manufacturing history including issues encountered and resolution, and knowledge of testing including component checkouts and PLSS level DVT/TVAC testing.

  • Should be able to describe the consequences of making various design alterations to the existing xEMU baseline design.

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.

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

How to Apply?

Details about our company are available at www.asm-usa.com.

Please e-mail your resume and submit your completed AS&M application and a detailed resume to asmjobs (at) asm-usa.com. Mention the Job ID#.

AS&M application is available at our website: https://www.asm-usa.com/apply.

*** AS&M is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer ***

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