Test Project Engineer

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 is 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 in Florida. These tasks support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi‑Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs. The Spaceflight Processing, Test Integration Department is looking for highly qualified engineering candidates to join the SLS/Orion Test Project Engineering (TPE) team. Responsibilities Support Launch Control Center firing room console operations and incorporate tests of ground support equipment, spaceflight hardware, and launch of the SLS rocket. Serve as technical advisor to the Test Management Team and provide real‑time technical integration for all anomalies and non‑conformances for all firing room‑managed activities. Perform real‑time technical integration between console/engineering disciplines, elements/programs, and other stakeholders across multiple NASA programs. Support Exploration Ground Systems and Cross Program planning, develop test plans, and assess the path to testing while identifying dependencies. Author and execute work plans for Integrated Test and Check‑Out. Lead development of operational test requirements and launch commitment criteria for the SLS/ORION/EGS programs. Act as a technical specialist and contributing member of management teams for policy formulation. Conduct random quality and continuous‑improvement assessments on work plans to ensure procedures are followed and work is completed correctly. Take on new projects as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or a technical equivalent from an accredited institution. At least four (4) years of experience in an engineering or related field. Excellent communication, presentation, and customer interface skills. Academic or work experience in multiple engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, RF, controls, fluid, and software systems. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to read and understand technical manuals, drawings, and schematics. Leadership experience with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with minimal supervision. Experience with Microsoft Office products. Availability for off‑shift and weekend work as required. U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance if necessary. Physical Requirements Climb stairs and access equipment for troubleshooting. Wear hearing and eye protection and other personal protective equipment. Be able to sit or stand for extended periods and access remote structures. Be able to evacuate quickly in the event of an emergency. Work Environment Work inside and outside throughout the test complex. Travel daily between different areas on site, including uneven terrain, ladders, and platforms. Perform tasks in a safe manner consistent with NASA and company safety standards. Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid time off and holidays. Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching. Educational reimbursement. Parental leave. Employee stock purchase plan. Tax‑saving options. Disability and life insurance. Pet insurance. Equal Opportunity Employer Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr PAE Government Services Inc.