Design Engineering Specialist II

Working both independently and within project teams, is responsible and accountable for a variety of softgoods developed technical solutions, specifically for applications in the space environment and high-temperature space launch vehicles.

Qualifications

Associates Degree or equivalent, plus strong written and oral communication ability, good people skills and ability to both lead, and be a part of, a team. Able to accurately and professionally perform the duties and responsibilities above. Experienced in successful engineering project solutions and execution. Experience in providing softgoods fabric solutions that meet demanding technical requirements in harsh environments. Three plus years softgoods / fabric design experience.

Required Skills / Experience

CAD skills (Autocad, Solidworks, Pro-E)

Knowledge of sewing machines

Softgoods fabric patterning

Desired Skills / Experience

Prior aerospace and/or NASA experience a plus

Creative Problem-Solving skills

High temperature fabric knowledge and experience a plus

Good math skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work well with others

Basic chemistry knowledge

Physical Activity/Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

CONSTANT

- Lift up to 20 pounds

- Climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching

- Lift up to 10 pounds repeatedly

- Standing

- Repetitive movements of arms and hands

- Sit with back supported

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.

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

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions

Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

Functions

- Understands and uses the fundamentals for softgoods applications, including design development to technical specifications, concept model generation, preliminary structural assessment, drawing and pattern generation and formatting requirements.

- Determines the design concept and/or system approach based on evaluation of detailed requirements or performance specifications. Assists in the definition and determination of applicable softgood materials with knowledge of fabric types and construction techniques. Defines test and certification requirements and parameters, prepares and carries out detailed plans, and evaluates results to determine compliance.

- Works in conjunction with design / drafting personnel to generate softgoods drawings and associated patterns required for fabrication.

- Generates fabrication process steps and sequencing in production documentation.

- Coordinates with softgoods manufacturing personnel during production to resolve issues and answer design related questions.

- Knowledge in aerospace engineering and thermal protection systems.

- Assists the Project Manager in the support of the customer, including preparation of proposals, change requests, design reviews, and other requirements related to the design effort.

- Coordinates with internal functional departments, as required, to resolve technical and engineering process issues or concerns.

Supervisory Responsibilities

- This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Reporting Relationship

- This position reports to the Program Manager.