Description :
Location
Huntsville, AL
Virtual Office/Telecommute?
(Things you should know about Virtual Office)
Virtual Work Not Available
Shift
First
Business Unit
Integrated Defense Sys
Division
Network & Space Systems
Program
Space Exploration
Occupation Title
Mechanical & Structural Engr
Skills Management Title
Structural Analysis
Job Classification
6G5DP4
Note: The level of the classification for a specific applicant will be based on the qualifications of that applicant.
Job Type
Non-Management
Experience Level
Senior Level (15+ years of experience)
Exemption Status
Exempt
Union
No
Security Clearance Required?
(Security Clearance definitions)
No Security Clearance Required
Work Eligibility Required?
Yes
US Person Status Required?
Yes
Export Control Required?
Yes
Relocation Money Available?
Yes
Date Posted
05/09/2008
Closing Date
(Things you should know about closing dates)
07/08/2008
Position Description
The stress analyst will support the development of space related NASA and International Partner structures by applying knowledge of structural analysis (i.e. modeling, stress, fatigue, fracture) and testing to determine structural performance. Will apply knowledge of structural analysis, materials, and related specifications and requirements to ensure structural integrity requirements of engineering design products are met. Support the development test plans and configurations, support test execution and analyze/report test results to validate and verify NASA hardware systems and components. Tasks include model development, detailed stress analysis, design coordination, report preparation, protoflight/qual test support, leading and mentoring engineers and customer coordination. Analyst will establish, develop, and maintain an effective working interface and coordination/exchange of technical information among peer engineering groups, subcontractors and/or the NASA customer. Research, prepare and deliver technical presentations to management, subcontractors and/or the NASA customer. This is a fast paced design environment where collaboration, creativity, communication, and attention to details are paramount. Tremendous opportunities exist for personal and professional development.
Competencies
General/Leadership
[ + ] Collaboration
Consistently works effectively and cooperatively with team members and fellow project team leaders, other employees and external customers. Establishes and maintains good working relationships by actively involving less experienced employees and/or other project team leaders and external customers and helping them feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and organization goals than on own goals. Offers to provide assistance and/or project team leadership to other teams and/or employees when doing so would benefit the organization.
[ + ] Managing Work
Consistently identifies highly critical and less critical activities and tasks amidst a large number of competing demands; adjusts priorities when appropriate. Consistently ensures that required equipment and/or materials are in appropriate locations so that own and others' work can be done effectively. Effectively allocates own time to complete work; coordinates own and others' schedules to avoid conflicts. Consistently takes advantage of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently. Uses time effectively and prevents irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion.
Technical
[ + ] Analytical Skills
Basic - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources with clients, customers and/or suppliers.
Preferred -
[ + ] Design/Test/Cert Regulations
Basic - Advanced knowledge of appropriate customer or governmental regulations relevant to design, test, and certification (e.g., Part 25, MILSPEC).
Preferred - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the business unit level.
[ + ] Engineering Analysis
Basic - Extensive knowledge of engineering analysis (e.g. mechanical, electrical, avionics, design, circuit, systems, stress, structural, durability).
Preferred - Extensive specialized knowledge of appropriate customer or governmental regulations relevant to design, test, and certification (e.g., Part 25, MILSPEC).
[ + ] Structural Repair
Basic - Extensive, specialized knowledge of structural repair principles (e.g., fatigue and corrosion, stress analysis, statics, materials strength, material characteristics, repair techniques). Knowledge of structural repair, overhaul, nondestructive inspection, corrosion control, and composites.
Preferred - Advanced knowledge of engineering analysis (e.g. mechanical, electrical, avionics, design, circuit, systems, stress, structural, durability).
Education and/or Experience
Level 4 - Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry and typically 9 to 13 years experience in an engineering classification or either a Master's degree with 7 to 11 years experience or a PhD degree with 4 to 8 years experience in an engineering classification. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Level 5 - Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry and typically 14 to 19 years experience in an engineering classification or either a Master's degree with 12 to 17 years experience or a PhD degree with 9 to 14 years experience in an engineering classification. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Other Job related information
This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility and Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). US Citizenship Required. This position offers an opportunity for employees to also enjoy the advantages of living and working in Huntsville. Missile defense and space exploration are at the heart of this community, where there are more engineers per capita than anywhere else in the nation. Huntsville offers a wide range of cultural and recreational opportunities, while the natural beauty of the area provides unlimited opportunities for hiking, biking, golfing, outdoor exploration and water sports on the Tennessee River. http://www.huntsvillealabamausa.com/index.html