Blast and Debris Analysis Engineer
Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) is comprised of 10 companies and is located at Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) in Huntsville, AL (Ranked #1 in Best Places to Live by U.S. News 2022). ASED has been a primary contractor for NASA since 1989 and supports marquee NASA programs, including the Space Launch System, International Space Station, space optics fabrication, earth and space sciences and advanced propulsion system development. As a partner in NASA’s next generation of space exploration, our jobs are literally history in the making.
Position Description\:
This position will provide blast and debris analysis support to the Aerosciences branch (EV33) in the Structural Design and Analysis Division (EV30) at the MSFC’s Spacecraft and Vehicle Systems Department as a member and Blast and Debris team. Blast and Debris team is involved in research, analysis, test, and modeling as well as quantifying lethality, survivability, or vulnerability and will perform the full rigor of an engineering analysis requiring clear problem identification, evaluation of alternatives, and analytical assessments as necessary to evaluate alternatives.
Responsibilities\:
Specific support to be provided includes, but is not limited to, the following\:
· Perform engineering analyses and apply physics-based models for the prediction of thermal environments, blast and debris environments, pressure vessel ruptures, and propellant explosions.
· Support the designing, testing, and measuring explosive environments including blast waves and high-speed imagery for the development of empirical blast and fragmentation models is preferred.
· Process/analyze/report on the explosion data collected during explosives assessment tests.
· Develop/validate/maintain advanced CFD/hydrocode modeling capabilities for explosion events.
· Prepare and present modeling and test results to technical teams and review boards.
· Develop and deliver analysis products, documents, presentations, and action item responses.
· Participate in reviews, meetings, teleconferences, and working groups.
· Communicate issues, best practices, lessons-learned and other technical positions related to debris analysis and tests.
· Identify, describe, and communicate potential risks.
· Deliver project briefings to all levels of management.
· Provide clear and effective communications with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
· Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%)
*Blast and Debris Analysis Engineer
Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) is comprised of 10 companies and is located at Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) in Huntsville, AL (Ranked #1 in Best Places to Live by U.S. News 2022). ASED has been a primary contractor for NASA since 1989 and supports marquee NASA programs, including the Space Launch System, International Space Station, space optics fabrication, earth and space sciences and advanced propulsion system development. As a partner in NASA’s next generation of space exploration, our jobs are literally history in the making.
Position Description\:
This position will provide blast and debris analysis support to the Aerosciences branch (EV33) in the Structural Design and Analysis Division (EV30) at the MSFC’s Spacecraft and Vehicle Systems Department as a member and Blast and Debris team. Blast and Debris team is involved in research, analysis, test, and modeling as well as quantifying lethality, survivability, or vulnerability and will perform the full rigor of an engineering analysis requiring clear problem identification, evaluation of alternatives, and analytical assessments as necessary to evaluate alternatives.
Responsibilities\:
Specific support to be provided includes, but is not limited to, the following\:
· Perform engineering analyses and apply physics-based models for the prediction of thermal environments, blast and debris environments, pressure vessel ruptures, and propellant explosions.
· Support the designing, testing, and measuring explosive environments including blast waves and high-speed imagery for the development of empirical blast and fragmentation models is preferred.
· Process/analyze/report on the explosion data collected during explosives assessment tests.
· Develop/validate/maintain advanced CFD/hydrocode modeling capabilities for explosion events.
· Prepare and present modeling and test results to technical teams and review boards.
· Develop and deliver analysis products, documents, presentations, and action item responses.
· Participate in reviews, meetings, teleconferences, and working groups.
· Communicate issues, best practices, lessons-learned and other technical positions related to debris analysis and tests.
· Identify, describe, and communicate potential risks.
· Deliver project briefings to all levels of management.
· Provide clear and effective communications with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
· Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%)
*Here's What You'll Need\:
A degree from an ABET accredited university is preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a BS in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or related degree program with at least 25 years (or Masters with 22 years or PhD with 19 years) of relevant experience.
· Significant experience performing CFD simulations for Aerospace applications such as rocket exhaust plumes, cryogenic propellant tanks, and valves.
· Experience in applying physics-based models for engineering analysis.
· Held lead type roles such as modeling & simulation lead or chief engineer.
· In depth knowledge of performing blast/acoustic analysis for rocket propulsion test/launch services.
· Experience with CFD tools such as Loci/CHEM, Loci-Stream, and Pointwise.
· In depth knowledge of combustion/blast modeling tools such as NASA CEA and CONWEP.
· Experience with programming languages such as Python, C or MATLAB and their application to modeling and simulation.
· Knowledge of space vehicle design, functions, terminology, interfaces, technical disciplines, and system design.
· Experience with command line interfaces and the Linux operating system.
· Self-motivated, proactive, and effective team players with customer relations skills, familiar with working in a dynamic work environment.
· Ability to perform tasks requiring focus and attention to detail and completed within prescribed organizational schedules.
· Ability to be flexible and easily refocus on tasks when task directions or requirements change.
· Ability to interface and collaborate with all levels of engineering and project management with the ability to lead and influence for consensus.
· Demonstrated experience building strong working relationships with multiple stakeholders, organizing, and facilitating meetings/technical discussions.
· Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams & Outlook) are required.
· Excellent written and oral technical communication skills, with the ability to clearly define and describe a technical subject to peers across various engineering disciplines.
· Demonstrated experience developing and delivering program-level briefings and capability to communicate with program level stakeholders and partners.
ASED offers a partnership in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team on the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract whose work is destined to have a long-range effect on future generations
For more information on why Huntsville is known as “one of the smartest cities in the nation”, check out these websites\:
· https\://hsvchamber.org/
· www.Huntsville.org/
· https\://www.movoto.com/guide/huntsville-al/moving-to-huntsville/
· https\://realestate.usnews.com/places/alabama/huntsville
· https\://iveyhsv.com/real-estate-blog/13-reasons-why-you-should-move-to-huntsville/
Essential Functions
Work Environment\:
General office environment (100%). Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%).
Physical Requirements\:
Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to perform engineering tasks and write reports (85%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and Amentum facilities (5%).
Equipment and Machines\:
Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).
Attendance\:
Normal workday is from 7\:30 a.m. through 4\:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
Other Essential Functions\:
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
#ESSCA #ASED #MSFC
Amentum is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.
Primary Location\: United States-Alabama-Huntsville
*Here's What You'll Need\:
A degree from an ABET accredited university is preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a BS in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or related degree program with at least 25 years (or Masters with 22 years or PhD with 19 years) of relevant experience.
· Significant experience performing CFD simulations for Aerospace applications such as rocket exhaust plumes, cryogenic propellant tanks, and valves.
· Experience in applying physics-based models for engineering analysis.
· Held lead type roles such as modeling & simulation lead or chief engineer.
· In depth knowledge of performing blast/acoustic analysis for rocket propulsion test/launch services.
· Experience with CFD tools such as Loci/CHEM, Loci-Stream, and Pointwise.
· In depth knowledge of combustion/blast modeling tools such as NASA CEA and CONWEP.
· Experience with programming languages such as Python, C or MATLAB and their application to modeling and simulation.
· Knowledge of space vehicle design, functions, terminology, interfaces, technical disciplines, and system design.
· Experience with command line interfaces and the Linux operating system.
· Self-motivated, proactive, and effective team players with customer relations skills, familiar with working in a dynamic work environment.
· Ability to perform tasks requiring focus and attention to detail and completed within prescribed organizational schedules.
· Ability to be flexible and easily refocus on tasks when task directions or requirements change.
· Ability to interface and collaborate with all levels of engineering and project management with the ability to lead and influence for consensus.
· Demonstrated experience building strong working relationships with multiple stakeholders, organizing, and facilitating meetings/technical discussions.
· Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams & Outlook) are required.
· Excellent written and oral technical communication skills, with the ability to clearly define and describe a technical subject to peers across various engineering disciplines.
· Demonstrated experience developing and delivering program-level briefings and capability to communicate with program level stakeholders and partners.
ASED offers a partnership in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team on the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract whose work is destined to have a long-range effect on future generations
For more information on why Huntsville is known as “one of the smartest cities in the nation”, check out these websites\:
· https\://hsvchamber.org/
· www.Huntsville.org/
· https\://www.movoto.com/guide/huntsville-al/moving-to-huntsville/
· https\://realestate.usnews.com/places/alabama/huntsville
· https\://iveyhsv.com/real-estate-blog/13-reasons-why-you-should-move-to-huntsville/
Essential Functions
Work Environment\:
General office environment (100%). Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%).
Physical Requirements\:
Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to perform engineering tasks and write reports (85%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and Amentum facilities (5%).
Equipment and Machines\:
Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).
Attendance\:
Normal workday is from 7\:30 a.m. through 4\:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
Other Essential Functions\:
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
#ESSCA #ASED #MSFC
Amentum is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.
Primary Location\: United States-Alabama-Huntsville
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.