Entry Electrical Design Engineer

Overview

The Consolidated Operations, Management, Engineering and Test (COMET) contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. These tasks support the International Space Station, Exploration Ground Systems, Space Launch System (SLS), Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and Launch Services programs.

• Support senior engineers by providing practical application of engineering skills to perform flight and ground system electrical engineering projects that meet stakeholder expectations, system functional requirements and NASA program requirements.
• Support the design of electrical Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Ground Support Systems (GSS).
• Work with NASA and other contractor design teams to perform modifications to existing GSE/GSS electrical systems.
• Support the preparation of conceptual design packages, perform feasibility studies, technical assessments, and requirements development in support of new design projects and existing system design modifications.
• Perform electrical circuit calculations including electrical loads, equipment sizing, and voltage drops.
• Support the creation and execution of component and subsystem design verification/acceptance plans and test methods to validate performance to requirements and obtain design certification.
• Must have ability to successfully interface with customer representatives and manage completion of tasks on schedule and within budget to the customer s satisfaction.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution.

• Knowledge or experience with GSE and GSS supporting launching spaceflight vehicles is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of NASA-KSC design development processes and requirements is highly desirable.
• Experience with the design of AC and DC power systems as well as PLC based control and instrumentation systems.
• Experience in any of the following is highly desirable: performing short circuit current analyses, coordination studies, sneak circuit analysis, arc flash analysis, load flow analyses, protective relay settings, lighting analysis and grounding studies.
• Experience with design of components and systems that operate in hazardous environments, specifically Class 1 Division 2 zones is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of latest NFPA 70 (NEC) and NFPA 70E is desirable.
• AutoCAD / Microstation / CREO or other related CAD software experience is desirable.
• Functional knowledge of Maximo, Solumina, or other similar work authorization tools is desirable.
• Experience with Windchill and other product lifecycle management software systems is desirable.
• Ability to read drawings, schematics, and specification charts.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience working as a member of a formal team and able to function as such immediately.
• Must be able to present information to upper management and customers.
• Must have the ability to work with minimal supervision and only general guidance.
• In-depth computer experience with Microsoft Office products, Internet browsers, and Outlook.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if necessary.

• Will be required to climb stairs in order to access equipment for trouble shooting.
• Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection and other associated personal protective equipment.
• Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Physical requirements are: sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.
• Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.

• Will be required to work inside and outside throughout the Space Center.
• Position may require daily travel to different areas on site.
• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the facility.
• Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary. The use of fall arrest systems may be required.
• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards.

- Computers and printers used for producing design documents, reports and schedules.
- Variety of equipment used in testing and troubleshooting.

• Hybrid work schedule possibilities, with requirement to be on center a minimum of three days per week.
• Position may require occasional overtime including weekend work depending on task.
• Must be dependable and punctual.
• Shift work may be required.

• Must be able to accurately…