Stress and Fracture Engineer

Stress and Fracture Engineer
Engineer III
ADV000CKR
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, Texas

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Stress and Fracture Engineer to join our team with NASA at the Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX. 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Stress and Fracture Engineer will:

• Stress and Fracture Analyst to support structural integration tasks of the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer on the International Space Station
• Coordinate stress and fracture tasks across multiple stakeholders across multiple NASA centers and International Partners
• Review structure and fracture analysis reports
• Verify structural and fracture control requirements are being satisfied given analysis and testing performed on the hardware.
• Advise on test methods and levels, as required.
• Use stress analysis experience to perform classical hand stress analysis, finite element stress analysis and fracture analysis.
• Be familiar with NASA standards for analysis, including Fracture Control
• Know and have experience with using NASGRO
• Be proficient in the use of finite element modeling techniques using FEMAP or PATRAN for finite element model development and NASTRAN for finite element solutions.
• Prepare structural analysis reports and work with other engineers to find resolutions to problems.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education and Experience 
Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience: 

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school and at least 5-10 years of relevant experience
• Familiarity with desktop software applications, MS Office is required.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
   

Preferences:

• Prior experience with NASA spaceflight hardware development
• Prior experience with NASGRO
• Familiarity with NASA Structural Requirements
• Familiarity with NASA Fracture Control Requirements and Implementation

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).

Work Environment:

• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Equipment and Machines - Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
• 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.

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).

Other Position Requirements: 

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.

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CJ