Softgoods Engineering Technologist - Space Systems

Position Summary

Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Join our dynamic team as a Softgoods Engineering Technologist and become a vital contributor to support NASA as an Oceaneering Teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. As an integral part of our organization, you'll play a crucial role in the Drafting and Manufacturing Mechanical Design section in the Engineering Department on the NASA JSC Engineering, Technology and Science II (JETS II) Contract.

This role will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of human spaceflight and deep space exploration programs. Your contributions will ensure that our services not only meet - but outperform all standards and expectations. As a Softgoods Engineering Technologist you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with a passionate team who shares your dedication to excellence. If you're seeking to immerse yourself in an environment where your skills and expertise will make a genuine impact, we invite you to join our team!

We are seeking someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to owning their work, and providing superior quality. You should be a person who thrives in a diverse environment and who is comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization. To be successful in this role, you should have a sense of genuine, engaging curiosity, and a desire for growth and continuous learning.

Someone in this role would typically have a HS diploma and 15 years of experience or BS in Engineering Technology or related field and 5 years of experience. This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.

**International travel may be required. Straight time overtime, 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), and/or 1 day of telework per week may be available**.

Duties And Responsibilities

Some of your major responsibilities will include:

• Design, develop, and fabricate new and innovative functional softgoods articles for the manned spaceflight program such as stowage solutions, structural inflatables, ancillary space suit equipment, thermal blankets, and general deep space product design.
• Clearly and thoroughly present design concepts and considerations.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to understand requirements of working on a variety of systems and hardware.
• Take ownership and show initiative to complete softgoods design tasks.
• Perform sewing machine maintenance, repair, and custom modifications to tailor the sewing machine for unique stitching operations.
• Create patterns and develop mockups for verifying fit and function of softgood articles.
• Interpret fabrication drawings to assemble sewn products, and review fabrication drawings before final release for flight fabrication.
• Seek new manufacturing techniques and innovative materials.
• Occasionally travel to other NASA centers to perform softgoods fabrication and installation.
• Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, scale steps and ladders.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Required:

• Requires a HS diploma and 15 years of experience or BS in Engineering Technology or related field and 5 years of experience.
• 3+ years' experience in a softgoods lab environment with emphasis in softgoods design and fabrication.
• Demonstrated capability to independently devise solutions to complex design problems by their own efforts, and by soliciting inputs from other technical experts.
• Expertise in a wide range of hands-on fabrication – sewing machines, laser cutters, fabric welders, 3D printers, band saws, drills, etc.
• Demonstrated success working with a team.
• Proficiency utilizing Adobe, AutoCAD, and Rhino CAD software.

Preferred:

• BA, BFA, or BS in Industrial Design, Apparel Design, or equivalent.
• Experienced in aerospace product design processes including ability to read, understand, and create fabrication drawings.
• Experienced with fabricating processes for prototyping and flight softgood products.
• Experienced in Adobe, AutoCAD, and Rhino CAD software.
• Familiar with the NASA/JSC Softgoods design and development and JETS Engineering Life Cycle processes.