Associate Operations Engineer II

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day. 

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

Responsibilities 

• System engineer responsible to provide engineering support to ensure department equipment (cranes, doors, platforms) is properly maintained and able to support KSC operations.
• Engineer will develop work documents (WADs) for department equipment to include maintenance job plans, operational job plans, and non-conformance job plans.
• Provides troubleshooting support for equipment as required and provides task team leader responsibilities when necessary.
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems is highly desired.
• Other duties as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications  

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with at least four years experience in the equipment maintenance field is required.

• Must have a valid US Driver's License. 

• 4+ years’ experience in engineering discipline as identified in purpose & scope.

• Knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (i.e. CADD, AutoCAD, MicroStation, SKM, ETAP, PLC interface software, etc.).

• Capable of using spreadsheets, word processing and standard Microsoft Office software to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals.

• Able to understand system schematics and specifications to generate basic work authorizing documents.

• Strong ability to use data and analysis to make fast data-driven decisions.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and reason.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Physical Requirement 

• May be required to climb stairs 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. 

Work Environment 

•  May be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex. 

• Position may require individual to travel daily to different areas on site. 

• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand, may be required to access various locations on the facility. 

• Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary. 

• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards. 

Equipment and Machines 

• Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules. 

• Variety of equipment used in testing. 

Attendance 

• Full-time work hours. 

• Position may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task. 

• Must be dependable and punctual. 

•  Shift work may be