Valve Design & Development Engineer - ADV000AVK

Job Description:
The Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED), a primary contractor for NASA since 1989, is comprised of 10 companies and is located at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL (ranked #7 in Best Places to Live by U.S. News).
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Position Description:
The Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) offers a place in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team on the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract whose work is destined to have a long-range effect on future generations! The Valves Actuators Lines and Ducts Propulsion Team is seeking a Senior or Subject Matter Expert Valve Design & Development Engineer.
Activities may include but not be limited to:
Provide design of valves for small hypergolic propulsion systems to large cryogenic liquid engines or stages.
Create part and assembly CAD models and detailed drawings for prototyping purposes.
Create or review valves specifications.
Create valve test plans and oversee qualification testing.
Analyze test data and create performance reports.
Perform hands-on test preparation for valve assembly in a lab environment.
Provide oversight or insight for commercial partner valve design during reviews and other activities.
Present progress updates to upper management.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:
A degree in Engineering or related (STEM) field is required. A degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a Ph.D. with a minimum 9 years of experience; MS with at least 13 years of experience, or a BS with at least 15 years of experience.
Required skills/experience:
Proven knowledge and experience with valve design and testing used in rocket propulsion or cryogen applications.
Knowledge of NASA mechanism standards (5017) and other associated NASA Standards.
Experience with valve actuator design and application sizing calculations.
Knowledge of fabrication, quality control, and material selection relative to valve manufacturing processes depending on control fluid.
Experience with valve sealing material selection for different propellants or fluids.
Good CAD skills (CREO preferred) with part modeling, assemblies, and detailed drawing creation.
Desired Experience / Skills:
Direct valve design experience for rocket propulsion systems.
Knowledge of design considerations for hypergolic and cryogenic propellants as it relates to valves.
Knowledge of NASA and/or aerospace design and construction standards governing valve design and applications.
Direct valve test experience in a lab environment.
Able to provide valve related insight for commercial partners.
Experience analyzing hot fire test data and to identify anomalies related to valve performance.
CAD experience, CREO preferred.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Star ID will be required to obtain access to MSFC.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
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We are a background screening, drug-free workplace.
ASED offers a partnership in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team on the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract whose work is destined to have a long-range effect on future generations!
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Contact Information: Contact Name: ASED Staffing Company Type: Employer Company: Amentum Space Exploration Division City: Huntsville State: Alabama Zip: 35806