MECHANICAL ENGINEER - NSS

About Us

Nova Space Solutions, LLC (NSS) is a joint venture between Wolf Creek Federal Services, Inc. (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chugach Government Solutions, LLC) and Amentum Technology, Inc. When you join NSS, you also become a part of a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture.

The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, Chugach Government Solutions, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. We are proud to have built, and continue to foster, an incredibly talented team spanning across the globe in hundreds of different fields – each team member proud to serve our country with first-class business services, while also making a difference for our Chugach shareholders.

Empowering employees is a part of our core, and that focus is one of the ways we build and foster high-performing teams. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more!

If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself; if you want your day job to be one that creates meaningful value; if you are looking for an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences – then Nova Space Solutions may be the right fit for you!

Job Overview

Nova Space Solutions (NSS) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Engineering Services Department team at NASA Michoud Assembly Facility, Louisiana. The ideal candidate will assist in the design and analysis of new site or modifications to existing site or manufacturing and production facility systems.

This position is located at Michoud Assembly Facility, LA.

Work Model: On Site/In-Office Based.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Job Functions:

• Development of mechanical designs for construction of new or modification to existing facilities, site utilities, process piping, and HVAC systems- office and industrial process related.
• Develop process and instrumentation drawings to reflect process and HVAC related systems.
• Monitor and report weekly on the status of all current design projects, design schedule and actual cost.
• Prepare plans and specifications in conjunction with other project team members for construction packages.
• Participation in the entire design cycle including conceptual design, analysis, integration, and construction support.
• Designing and routing individual HVAC or fluid subsystems (i.e. pressurization, pneumatics, discharge, and capture) including discrepancy resolution.
• Designing fluid component groups (i.e. solenoid valves, regulators, pressure vessels) including specification, procurement, processing, and discrepancy resolution of specific components.
• Prepare plans and drawings using design software. Performs various analyses, including dimensional, thermal, integration, etc. to assist in the identification of correct configuration, integrity, and feasibility of design(s).
• Project planning, scheduling, and cost estimation.
• Develop heat load analysis models, flow models, etc. as required for the design of facility systems. Systems include but are not limited to: Cryogenic and gas systems.
• Review of vendor/contractor submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs) and change orders to bring product design from engineering phase through completed construction.
• Perform trade studies and conceptual design studies to support site-wide improvements.
• Assist other departments as needed with engineering support.
  
  

Job Requirements

Mandatory:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• MS degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering degree a plus.
• Working knowledge of HVAC fluid components such as valves, regulators, and fittings.
• Active professional engineer (PE) licensure registered in the state of LA, a plus.
• Knowledge of fabrication, integration processes and quality control relative to tubes/piping, ductwork, and machined components.
• Working knowledge of materials and treatments.
• 5-10 years’ experience working with mechanical design principles and practices. Knowledge of and application of current industry standards, such as, but not limited to: ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII, ASME B31.3 Process Piping, ASHRAE 90.1, International Building Code, etc.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen to obtain required NASA badge.
• Must be able to provide a certified Birth Certificate (with state seal), Passport, or INS Citizenship documents on date of hire (candidate will be sent home if this paperwork is not provided upon arrival on date of hire).
• Must have the ability to communicate the English language, both verbally and written, in an effective manner.
• Must have, and maintain, a valid Real ID driver’s license.
• Experience in design of piping systems; knowledge of process piping standards (ASME B31.3) and pressure vessel codes (ASME BPVC Section VIII) is a plus.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Good Communication skills.
• Ability to work independently but follow specific detailed instructions.
• Ability to interface with various levels of personnel in a multi-cultural, team- oriented environment.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.
  
  

Special Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Experience with cryogenic and process piping and large-scale HVAC systems for office and production areas.
• Prior knowledge of NASA site, experienced with working on government installations preferred.
• Experience with Flowmaster, MathCad, PipeFlo, and CAD.
  
  

Reasonable Accommodation:

CGS will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email ada@chugachgov.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Chugach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.