NASA Langley Research Center, VA

Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc., (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a “small business” specializing in aerospace engineering, information technology, business analytics, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering and mathematics capabilities with latest in information technologies and visualization to build creative solutions. Headquartered in Hampton, Virginia, AMA also has operations in Edwards (California), Huntsville (Alabama), and Dallas (Texas). We offer a competitive salary and attractive benefits package. Our website describes our corporate values and how they apply to the professional success and growth of our employees.

We would like to add a highly motivated Systems Engineer with flight system design and analyses qualifications to our on-site team. The incumbent will support development of the Orion Crew Exploration Vehicle (CEV) Launch Abort System (LAS). The LAS is a flight system required for crew safety during off-nominal operational conditions. Interaction with the prime contractor for development of the system and the Government LAS Office is required.

Job Description

  • Determining and leading independent engineering studies.
  • Assessing and reviewing flight system designs and analyses.
  • Managing interfaces and requirements for selected subsystems.
  • Identifying and mitigating risks.
  • Verifying that design meets system requirements.
  • Assuring subsystems integration and performance.

Relevant Experience

  • System Engineering & Integration (SE&I) experience in multi-disciplinary technical engineering projects.
  • Experience with integrating various disciplines, such as Aerodynamics, Guidance & Control, Structures, Mechanisms, Propulsion, Hardware Production and Avionics into assigned LAS subsystems.

Education and Qualifications

  • M.S. or B.S. in aerospace/aeronautical/mechanical engineering, or equivalent. Industry experience and advanced degrees are a plus.
  • Candidates should have a passion for space and be highly motivated and capable of executing tasks with minimal supervision.

AMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for the advertised position.