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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 NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer - Countermeasures to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX . If selected you will: Sustain the Treadmill 2 (T2) aboard the International Space Station (ISS) through hardware development, manufacturing, and assembly; in addition to troubleshooting anomalies and resupplying hardware. Process ISS crew workout and hardware response data, analyzing and documenting results for presentation to customers. Frequently perform hands-on hardware testing. Work in a team environment, and report to project manager for technical support, task assignment, and processes. Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures within flight hardware or test support hardware. Generate essential paperwork and documents for tasks assigned, such as Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP), as needed. Track, verify, and test T2 treadmill system and sub-system requirements. Perform data trending analyses. Interact frequently with inter-organizational disciplines, NASA System Managers, and real-time operational customers. Perform job functions based on pre-established guidelines or instructions. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications: 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 bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area. Self-motivated, team player and adaptability to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required. Excellent oral and written communication skills and will be expected to effectively interact with customers and management at all levels. Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings. Must have the ability to visualize and work with complex mechanical/electrical systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team. Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision. Familiarity with Microsoft Office products. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with NASA/JSC Class I flight hardware process and certification. Experience with flight operations. Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering background. Familiarity with common hand tools and proficiency using them to perform assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting on mechanical systems. Experience with Astronaut interface/communication. Prior experience with hardware anomaly troubleshooting and failure analyses. Experience with procedure development. Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures. Co-op or Intern experience at JSC or other NASA agency. Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle process Benefits Competitive pay Positive work-life balance 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability 11 paid holidays annually Generous PTO 401k after 12 months of service with employer match Education assistance Relocation assistance (if applicable) Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines. US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required. Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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