Parts, Materials, and Processes Engineer at The Aerospace Corporation in Johnson Space Center, TX

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Building on The Aerospace Corporation's reputation as a trusted, impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success, the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technical expertise with market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. CSG is organized by core customer-facing lines of business to manage and grow programs within NASA, NOAA, and the NNSA, while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules, regulations, processes, values, and behaviors. We are looking for a Parts, Materials, and Processes Engineer (Project Engineer- Microelectronics / Semiconductor Engineering) . This person will support CSG sitting in the Parts, Materials & Processes Department. PMPD includes subject matter experts across a broad range of areas pertaining to electrical, electronic, and electromechanical (EEE) parts procurement, qualification, application, root cause failure analysis, as well as materials and processes. Our expertise combined with a sophisticated in-house electronic component laboratory deliver innovative analysis and PM&P program management capabilities to national space systems and civil customers. The candidate will support NASA GFE Flight Projects and NASA Programs. The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at the Johnson Space Center, Houston, TX What You’ll Be Doing Supporting PM&P program management functions – i.e., considering the application, standardization, technology (new and aging), system reliability, maintainability, supportability, and cost in designing or selecting PM&P and addressing availability, logistics support, Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS), and legacy issues in supporting them throughout the life of the systems Validating PM&P selection, screening/testing, qualification based on requirements/specifications, verification of program approved PM&P lists, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing the bill of materials (BOM) to balance cost and quality. May lead cross-organizational teams and organize interfaces within department Collaborate with industry colleagues, and component supplier personnel to create/maintain guidance and requirements related to selection, screening, qualification, and root cause failure analysis Act as organization’s designated representative at technical meetings, presentation, and workshops May mentor less experienced staff – as required – and serve as role model What You Need to be Successful – Project Engineer- Microelectronics / Semiconductor Engineering Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in materials science, electrical engineering, physics, or another appropriate discipline Eight or more years of demonstrated growth and proficiency in PMP Management and applicable requirements and standards (AEC-Q, NASA and/or national security space) Excellent record of customer communication and interaction Willingness to travel [domestically/internationally] approx. 25% averaged over time Ability to obtain/maintain a secret clearance (US citizenship required to obtain security clearance) How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Advanced degree from an accredited university in materials science, electrical engineering, physics, or another appropriate disc