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We're invested in you and your success. Everything we do is more than just a project. It's our challenge as human beings, too. That's why we bring a thoughtful and collaborative approach to every one of our partnerships.

At Jacobs, we challenge the status quo and redefine how to solve the world's greatest challenges, transforming big ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.

Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, 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 the exploration of space 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. Jacobs is NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a VIPER Systems Test Engineer/Test Conductor to join the team.

As a VIPER Systems Test Engineer/Test Conductor you will:

• Support lunar rover Flight Acceptance testing for future Moon operations

• Support dry-run and Flight Acceptance testing of the overall, complete rover system integration, functional check-outs, and integrated end-to-end testing – including environmental testing - and check-out.

• Support System Integration and Test processes to ensure successful integration, test and delivery of the Surface Segment rover.

• Develop test procedures and work instructions for rover avionics, mechanical, and science systems integration and test.

• Role will require day to day flexibility in working issues, concerns, and ensuring element success.

• Work in a team environment, and report to project lead or project manager for technical support, task assignment, and processes.

• Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures with hardware.

• Interface frequently with inter-organizational disciplines, NASA System Managers, and operational customers.

• Support the SI&T Lead in the development and maintenance of the SI&T schedule, tracking progress and reporting completion status

• Perform job functions based on pre-established guidelines or instructions.

• 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.

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

• Self-motivated, team player and adaptability to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required is a MUST.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and will be expected to effectively interact with customers and management at all levels.

• Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings.

• Must have the ability to visualize and work with complex mechanical/electrical systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team.

• Experience with integration test planning, procedure development, test execution.

• Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.

Requisition Preferences:

• BS degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school or MS degree from an accredited engineering school.

• Five (5) year engineering experience, or MS degree from an accredited engineering school.

• Experience with avionics or mechanical systems integration and test for spaceflight or aircraft hardware.

• Experience with Fastening and Torquing.

• Experience with Harnessing.

• Experience as Console Test Operator/Conductor.

• Experience with environmental acceptance testing requirements and procedures (example: vibration, shock, EMI, TVAC, etc.)

• Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering degree.

• Experience with NASA/JSC Class I flight hardware process and certification.

• Experience with flight hardware processing for spaceflight.

• Familiarity with common hand tools and proficiency using them to perform. assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting on mechanical and electrical systems.

• Prior experience with hardware anomaly troubleshooting and failure analysis.

• Experience with Linux operating systems.

• Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures.

Why Join Our Team?

Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

See What We Do (https://app.frame.io/presentations/225c1d41-60d8-58cc-bf8c-fd204fb246d9)

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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!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• 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.

Jacobs 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. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.