HLS IVA Insight Project Engineer

Amentum

Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you passionate about human space exploration understanding the origins of the universe and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference If you are we need you!

We need your talent teamwork and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision shape and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASAs pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASAs largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

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** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. **

TheProject Engineerwill:

Support the project in designing developing testing and certifying spacesuit-related hardware for spaceflight application.
Creating safety products relevant to hardware to show requirement compliance and mission.
Be an active participant in preparing and presenting content for design reviews with the HLS program.
Lead/support any related team meetings or program meetings.
Working with other project team members to ensure project requirements are achieved.
Keep relevant program stakeholders abreast of project development and operational status.
Shall provide statuses schedule and forward work information to ensure all necessary project objectives and milestones are being accomplished on time and within program/project resources.
Support IVA Suit Project Manager in integration and discussions with external orgs including Flight Operations Directorate (FOD) Crew Office (CB) Engineering Directorate (EA) and Crew Training representatives.
Support IVA Suit Project Manager in the managing of the projects Technical Schedule Cost and Risk as needed.
Maintain a responsive and productive working relationship with HLS program personnel and any vendor or subcontractors.
Project Engineer will support PM who leads and provide weekly statuses to the HLS program working actions given by program (as needed) and presenting at program forums for items such as hardware certification project status and or risks.
Traveling to support project meetings Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) development efforts qualification (certification) testing failure investigations or technical issues crew training activities and other critical project tasks are all responsibilities for this position.
Work in a team environment and report to project management to provide status on progress and issues related to support of the HLS IVA Suit project.
Perform other duties as required.

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple on the candidates 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 bachelors degree in Engineering and normally possess 5- 10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.
Accredited engineering school and four (4) years of direct engineering experience or Ph.D. degree and zero (0) years direct engineering experience
Experience with Crew Survival Systems
Experience with IVA or EVA Suit development and operation
Experience with the development of requirements documents including functional requirements and verification success criteria
Experience with the design assembly verification testing and operation of Space system hardware. Prior experience in pressure oxygen systems suit systems would be considered a bonus
Knowledge of commonly-used concepts practices and procedures in the space hardware field such as mechanical and electrical system design engineering drawings and sketches material selection and design software and tools
Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings
Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations processes and procedures

Requisition Preferences:

Experience with NASA flight processes including Class I/II/III hardware
Have a working knowledge of systems engineering topics including verification and validation
Previous experience in designing and building unique hardware
Previous testing experience
Familiarity with machine shop techniques and processing hardware through the manufacturing process.
Ability to perform hands on test buildup data processing and documentation including test plans and reports
Ability to work independently
Exposure to human factors engineering
Exposure to safety processes and risk management techniques

Why Join Our Team

In addition to exciting career opportunities we also have:

Excellent personal and professional career growth
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) when applicable
Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
Much much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC) please visit

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
Must be able tocomplete a U.S. government background investigation.
Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

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.

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Compensation Details:

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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

Health dental and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act (SCA) or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

06/25/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race sex sexual orientation pregnancy (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding) age ancestry United States military or veteran status color religion creed marital or domestic partner status medical condition genetic information national origin citizenship status low-income status or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation or any other protected category under federal state or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language atLabor Laws Posters.

Required Experience:

Are you passionate about human space exploration understanding the origins of the universe and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference If you are we need you! We need your talent teamwork and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We ne...