Amentum · 2 months ago
Softgoods Engineering Technologist
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expAmentum is a leading engineering solutions provider for NASA, focusing on deep space exploration. They are seeking a Softgoods Engineering Technologist to design and fabricate innovative softgoods for manned spaceflight programs, collaborating with engineers and ensuring high-quality production standards.
Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
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
Amentum
Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$321.16M2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
2024-09-27IPO
2020-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Ajay Nagar
Vice President
Darren Burton
Chief People Officer
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