Mechanical Design Chief Engineer

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We have an exciting opportunity

for a

Mechanical Design Chief Engineer

to join the team with our Engineering Division.
** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. **
The Mechanical Design Chief Engineer

will:
Report directly to the Design and Analysis Group Manager. The position is responsible for the direct technical oversight of approximately 100 people involved in various aspects of Mechanical System Development across and in support of several NASA Engineering Divisions.
Perform routine mechanical design reviews for cost, schedule, risk management, and deliverable adherence.
Conduct oversight, mentorship and guidance to individual mechanical design task leads.
Work with mechanical design task leads to track and maintain efficient task performance.
Maintain an active list of lessons learned to actively inform design engineers.
Lead team to conduct troubleshooting, fault tree development and provide technical resolution for anomalies in mechanical systems.
Maintain active related risk management (technical, cost, and schedule) on all associated mechanical tasks.
Communicate design status to senior management.
Work with colleagues to coordinate issue resolution across multiple JETS organizations which could include source limitations, technical challenges, process breakdowns, etc.
Establish a framework and oversight for technical correctness on all work performed by the design section.
Conduct design reviews to monitor technical correctness, design project health, and progress.
Understand and be capable of generating comprehensive design concepts based on a given set of requirements.
Work with engineers to provide hands-on approach in the hardware design, build and test/verification process.
Provide rough orders of magnitude (ROM's) and basis of estimates (BOE's) for project and tasks.
Provide quick technical and administrative response to projects, removing roadblocks to ensure project success and customer satisfaction.
Work as a Project Technical Design Lead as required to supplement or replace current design lead function.
Review, develop or update Mechanical Design and Development processes as required.
Develop succession plan mentoring future Chief Engineers and Technical Design Leads.
Develop technical training modules as required.
Perform other duties as required.
Here’s what you’ll need :
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.
Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and may be expected to have a related master's degree and normally possess 10 -15 years of related experience.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience with NASA/JSC Mechanical flight intravehicular and extravehicular hardware development processes.
Prior experience using solid modeling CAD software such as PTC CREO, Pro Engineering or Solidworks.
Experience with ASME Y14.5 Dimensioning, Tolerancing Standards and GD&T.
Experience with ASME Y14.100 Engineering Drawing Practices Standards.
Experience with tolerance stack up analysis.
Familiarity with mechanical systems such as mechanisms, hydraulics,pneumatics, motors, andstructural design, electronics packaging and cabling.
Previous exposure and familiarity to technical project management experience required.
Familiarity with NASA Work Instruction EA-023, JSC Policy Directive 7120 (Class 1E) or similar, along with flight hardware certification and other flight hardware processes.
Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills with the ability to work in a team environment and a history of effectively interacting with senior managers at all levels.
Experience planning and establishing work priorities.
Proficient in MS Office programs, particularly MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.
Requisition Preferences:
BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
Familiarization with JSC Engineering Drawing System Manual (JPR 8500).
Familiarization with JSC Fabrication Tolerances and Practices (SKZ36103755).
Familiarity with mechanical design for EMI/EMC and electrical bonding methods.
Familiarity with mechanical design for fluid and pressure systems.
Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) programs.
Prior experience with CREO simulation tools.
Understanding of surface finishes and material selection.
Exposure to CREO Pro/CABLING.
Prior experience designing hardware
Prior experience with a wide range of technical approaches and theory for the associated design discipline.
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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:
Excellent personal and professional career growth
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
Much, much more!
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Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be 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.
Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
Attendance
Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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