Spacesuit Technologist

Job Overview

Spacesuit Technologist (ADV
000CO
G) – responsible for supporting the Orion Crew Survival Systems (OCSS) project at Aerodyne Industries.

• Understand theory and operation of OCSS hardware.
• Understand maintenance, handling, and safety.
• Set up support equipment prior to testing.
• Assist OCSS Suit Engineering Technologists during fit‑check and testing, and progress through training to become proficient at fit‑checks, crew training events, and Orion vehicle ingress/egress operations.
• Participate in all pre/post event briefings.
• Support the Crew Survival Equipment lab schedule.
• Participate in and support suit test subject and crew training exercises.
• Understand ground‑support hardware theory and operation; provide required work‑authorizing documentation.
• Follow project documentation and support drawing construction, working with the OCSS team to ensure project requirements are met.
• Support testing of OCSS hardware, including Orion Crew Survival Suit, emergency breathing oxygen systems, pressure systems, survival equipment, etc.
• Support buildup of ground service equipment and periodic re‑calibration.
• Assist project management and project engineers with OCSS qualification testing, pre‑delivery/installation acceptance testing.
• Work in a team environment and report to project management to provide status on progress and issues related to support of the OCSS NASA customer.
• Perform other duties as required.

• High school diploma and 5 years of experience, or a BS in Engineering Technology or related field.
• Experience reviewing and following requirements documents, including functional requirements and verification success criteria.
• Experience with assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space system hardware; prior experience in pressure, oxygen systems, or suit systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field, including interpreting engineering drawings, JSC Electronic Document System, and related software and tools.
• Ability to support long training events, including all‑day periods on feet and moderate lifting of hardware.
• Ability to physically meet the JSC job‑related medical, physical, pressure‑suit technician, hazardous duty launch and landing requirements.
• Ability to prepare written documents and present verbally at various meetings.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with NASA flight processes, including Class I/II/III hardware.
• Familiarity with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures.

• Previous experience in assembly and test of spaceflight hardware and spacesuit systems.
• Familiarity with machine‑shop techniques and processing hardware through the manufacturing process.
• Ability to perform hands‑on test and documentation, including work‑authorizing documents and test‑preparation sheets; ability to work independently.

• Excellent personal and professional career growth.
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable.
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency may be 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.

Generally an office environment, but can involve indoor or outdoor work depending on the task.

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Regular attendance in accordance with the established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

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 or hazard to the employee or others.