Facility Electrical Engineer - Space Systems

Job Description

Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Join our dynamic team as a Facility Electrical Engineer and become a vital contributor to support NASA as an Oceaneering Teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. As an integral part of our organization, you'll play a crucial role in the Electrical Data and Controls section in the Operations and Test Department on the NASA JSC Engineering, Technology and Science II (JETS II) Contract .

This role will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of human spaceflight and deep space exploration programs. Your contributions will ensure that our services not only meet - but outperform all standards and expectations. As a Facility Electrical Engineer , you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with a passionate team who shares your dedication to excellence. If you're seeking to immerse yourself in an environment where your skills and expertise will make a genuine impact, we invite you to join our team!


We are seeking someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to owning their work, and providing superior quality. You should be a person who thrives in a diverse environment and who is comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization. To be successful in this role, you should have a sense of genuine, engaging curiosity, and a desire for growth and continuous learning.


Someone in this role would typically have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and related experience. This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.

**International travel may be required. Possible straight time overtime and a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) **

Responsibilities

As a Facility Electrical Engineer this work may include:

• Design, build, and troubleshoot electrical and control systems for ground test facilities, including power distribution, instrumentation, safety interlocks, and data acquisition systems.
• Develop PLC- and HMI-based control architectures for automated test operations, vacuum systems, fluid loops, thermal systems, environmental chambers, or life-support test rigs.
• Produce engineering documentation including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and test procedures in compliance with NASA and JSC safety standards.
• Integrate sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition hardware for facility monitoring and test-article evaluation.
• Support end-to-end system checkout, functional testing, verification/validation, and facility readiness activities.
• Troubleshoot facility components such as pumps, valves, relays, pressure/temperature instrumentation, and power electronics elements.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, thermal, power, and test engineering teams to support human spaceflight development projects.
• Participate in design reviews, hazard analysis, work planning, and configuration management.
• Operate test facilities during engineering evaluations, technology development campaigns, and mission-support activities.
• Seeking a motivated early-career Electrical Engineer with a strong interest in power systems, controls, data acquisition, and test facility engineering to join the Electrical, Data and Controls Section working with the System Test Branch (EC4) within the Crew and Thermal Systems Division at NASA's Johnson Space Center. EC4 develops, operates, and maintains ground test facilities that support crew systems, life support technologies, thermal control hardware, spacecraft power systems, and flight-relevant environmental testing
• You will join a multidisciplinary team responsible for designing, integrating, and operating complex test systems that simulate spacecraft and planetary environments. This role is suited for candidates enthusiastic about hands-on engineering, control system integration, laboratory testing, and supporting technology development for human spaceflight.

Qualifications

Required

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with related experience
• U.S. Citizenship (required for access to NASA facilities and government work).
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation systems
  • Electrical wiring schematics and control panel design
  • Test facility or laboratory environment work
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• 0 to 5 years of professional experience in electrical engineering, controls engineering, test engineering, or related fields.
• Design, programming and implementation of PLC control systems (e.g. Allen-Bradley).
• Experience with HMI design and operator interface development
• Development of safety interlocks and automated controls for vacuum systems, fluid systems, or environmental test facilities.
• Experience with data acquisition tools (LabVIEW, Python, fiber-optic sensors, flow/pressure measurement).
• Background supporting aerospace, research laboratories, or environmental simulation facilities.
• Experience designing and validating electrical systems for high-reliability or hazardous test environments.
• Familiarity with power electronics, power distribution, or spacecraft-relevant electrical systems.
• Proficiency in test procedure writing, testing documentation, and formal system checkout.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is 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.

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people

This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.