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Observable Space

Prototype Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

We're a vertically integrated, high-growth, space technology company building industry-leading ... Participate in engineering design reviews to evaluate manufacturability * Collaborate closely with ...

The Pennsylvania State University

... technology developers, analysts, the Navy, and allied partners. We serve as a research center of ... and assemble prototype mechanical systems and test hardware Assist with developing and writing ...

Neros Technologies

Prototype Shop Manager

Torrance, CA · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Who we are Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We ... We're hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership ...

Neros Technologies

Prototype Shop Manager

Torrance, CA · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Who we are Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We ... We're hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership ...

The Pennsylvania State University

We specialize in developing innovative and affordable technology solutions than can be implemented ... Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, prototyping methods, and test ...

ThyssenKrupp

Engineering

Hamilton, OH · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or a related technical field, preferred. * 5-10 years of experience in product development, testing, prototype management, or ...

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Softgoods Engineering Technologist

Houston, TX • On-site

MbSolutions Inc
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Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and fabricate softgoods articles for the manned spaceflight program, including stowage solutions, structural inflatables, and thermal blankets.

  • Collaborate with engineers and designers to understand requirements, present design concepts, and review fabrication drawings.

  • Perform sewing machine maintenance, create patterns, develop mockups, and interpret fabrication drawings to assemble sewn products.

Job description

Softgoods Engineering Technologist - (ADV000BN6) Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the universe's origins, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable space exploration while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a Softgoods Engineering Technologist to join the team with JETS II teammate company, Nexus.The Softgoods Engineering Technologist will:Design, develop, and fabricate new and innovative functional softgoods articles for the manned spaceflight program such as stowage solutions, structural inflatables, ancillary space suit equipment, thermal blankets, and general deep space product designClearly and thoroughly present design concepts and considerationsCollaborate with engineers and designers to understand requirements of working on a variety of systems and hardwareTake ownership and show initiative to complete softgoods design tasksPerform sewing machine maintenance, repair, and custom modifications to tailor the sewing machine for unique stitching operationsCreate patterns and develop mockups for verifying fit and function of softgood articlesInterpret fabrication drawings to assemble sewn products, and review fabrication drawings before final release for flight fabricationSeek new manufacturing techniques and innovative materialsOccasionally travel to other NASA centers to perform softgoods fabrication and installationAbility to lift and transport materials and equipmentAbility to work in confined spaces, scale steps and laddersPerform other duties as required Requisition Qualifications:This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.Typically requires a HS diploma and 15 years of experience or BS in Engineering Technology or related field and 5 years of experience.3+ years' experience in a softgoods lab environment with emphasis in softgoods design and fabricationDemonstrated capability to independently devise solutions to complex design problems by their own efforts, and by soliciting inputs from other technical expertsExpertise in a wide range of hands-on fabrication – sewing machines, laser cutters, fabric welders, 3D printers, band saws, drills, etc.Demonstrated success working with a teamProficiency utilizing Adobe, AutoCAD, and Rhino CAD software Requisition Preferences:BA, BFA, or BS in Industrial Design or equivalent is desiredExperienced in aerospace product design processes including ability to read, understand, and create fabrication drawingsExperienced with fabricating processes for prototyping and flight softgood productsExperienced in Adobe, AutoCAD, and Rhino CAD softwareFamiliar with the NASA/JSC Softgoods design and development and JETS Engineering Life Cycle processes  
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