Jacobs · 2 months ago
Softgoods Engineering Technologist
United States-Texas-Houston-20331-ESCG
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expJacobs is a leading engineering solutions provider working with NASA, and they are seeking a Softgoods Engineering Technologist to join their team. The role involves designing and fabricating innovative softgoods for manned spaceflight, collaborating with engineers, and presenting design concepts, while also performing sewing machine maintenance and traveling to NASA centers as needed.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and fabricate new and innovative functional softgoods articles for the manned spaceflight program such as stowage solutions, structural inflatables, ancillary space suit equipment, thermal blankets, and general deep space product design
Clearly and thoroughly present design concepts and considerations
Collaborate with engineers and designers to understand requirements of working on a variety of systems and hardware
Take ownership and show initiative to complete softgoods design tasks
Perform sewing machine maintenance, repair, and custom modifications to tailor the sewing machine for unique stitching operations
Create patterns and develop mockups for verifying fit and function of softgood articles
Interpret fabrication drawings to assemble sewn products, and review fabrication drawings before final release for flight fabrication
Seek new manufacturing techniques and innovative materials
Occasionally travel to other NASA centers to perform softgoods fabrication and installation
Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment
Ability to work in confined spaces, scale steps and ladders
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a HS diploma and 15 years of experience or BS in Engineering Technology or related field and 5 years of experience
3+ years' experience in a softgoods lab environment with emphasis in softgoods design and fabrication
Demonstrated capability to independently devise solutions to complex design problems by their own efforts, and by soliciting inputs from other technical experts
Expertise in a wide range of hands-on fabrication – sewing machines, laser cutters, fabric welders, 3D printers, band saws, drills, etc
Demonstrated success working with a team
Proficiency utilizing Adobe, AutoCAD, and Rhino CAD software
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
Preferred
BA, BFA, or BS in Industrial Design or equivalent is desired
Experienced in aerospace product design processes including ability to read, understand, and create fabrication drawings
Experienced with fabricating processes for prototyping and flight softgood products
Experienced in Adobe, AutoCAD, and Rhino CAD software
Familiar with the NASA/JSC Softgoods design and development and JETS Engineering Life Cycle processes
Benefits
Excellent personal and professional career growth
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
Much, much more!
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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