PLSS Technologist

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a PLSS Technologist to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

If Selected You Will

• Perform a range of duties in the PLSS Development Lab that includes the design, development, operation, and maintenance of the different test systems used by the Portable Life Support System (PLSS) development team. Specific duties may include:
• Supporting test stand design and fabrication, which includes working with test engineers on the physical layout of test stands during the design phase.
• Serving as Test Operator on complex test systems of spacesuits, PLSS, and PLSS components. PLSS components include water pumps, water evaporators, CO2 scrubbers, pressure regulators, fans, and process control sensors. Testing includes operations of pressure systems, vacuum systems, instrumentation, and using LabVIEW.
• Coordinating workloads across PLSS technicians.
• Managing pressure systems, which includes tracking dates for Class I's, relief valves, and flex hoses; generating the necessary documentation to perform calibrations or inspections; and then working with the pressure system office to complete those tasks.
• Managing instrumentation calibration, which includes monitoring the recall lists, generating the required documentation, and coordinating with the appropriate calibration labs to execute the tasks.
• General PLSS hardware management, which includes monitoring the movement of controlled hardware with proper documentation, working with JSC property personnel on annual inventories, and executing test system maintenance activities.
• Maintaining PLSS Development Lab chemical inventory tracking and reporting.
• Managing the lab's inventory of consumables, including items such as gloves, cleaning supplies, tools, fasteners, safety equipment, or instruments.
• Periodically providing status to management on lab and test rig activities.
• Helping to identify project risks as they relate to labs, lab equipment, and GSE.
• Perform other duties as required.
  
  

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 HS diploma and 10 years of experience or BS in Engineering Technology or related field and 5 years of experience.
• Experience with CREO, light fabrication (8020, Unistrut, sheet metal), 3-D printing, tube routing and bending, and basic electrical cable routing.
• Experience with process instrumentation (pressure transducers, temperature sensors, gas constituent sensors).
• Experience with JSC Pressure Systems Management requirements.
• Experience with functionally testing and troubleshooting complex test systems, including leak checks, instrumentation checks, or electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience with lab operations, upkeep, and maintenance activities in the JSC PLSS labs.
• Training certifications in cleanroom operations, hazards in oxygen systems, and ESD control.
• Ability to develop processes and procedures and advise on areas for improvement.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures.
• Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous PTO
• 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
  
  

Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.

US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.

Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.