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Oceaneering · 5 days ago

Textile Chemical Engineer - Space Systems

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Oceaneering Space Systems develops innovative technologies for space and harsh environments. The Textile Chemical Engineer will lead the evaluation and development of materials for NASA's crewed spaceflight systems, ensuring compliance and performance in extreme conditions.

EnergyIndustrialInformation TechnologyManufacturingOil and GasTransportation

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and support the evaluation, selection, optimization and development of softgoods materials (e.g., textiles, films, nonwovens) for NASA crewed spaceflight systems, including garments, habitat interiors, space suit materials, parachutes, inflatable structures, hygiene/sanitation products, etc

Identify, formulate, and apply functional coatings and finishes to textiles to meet mission-specific requirements such as flame resistance, thermal regulation, microbial control, abrasion resistance, lunar regolith protection, etc

Support various NASA programs by leading the technology development of various textile coating systems to enhance the performance of textiles in extreme environment, such as high oxygen, vacuum, and cryogenic temperatures

Act as primary reviewer and approver for NASA Material Usage Agreements (MUL) to ensure materials are compliant to be used in specific test conditions for testing performed in NASA thermal vacuum chambers

Provide technical support related to non-metallic and softgoods materials for R&D activities under the NASA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs

Support NASA Materials and Processes (M&P) engineers with respect to the evaluation and selection of non-metallic and softgoods materials

Perform testing and characterization on non-metallic materials as needed

Perform other duties as required

Qualification

Textile ChemistryChemical CoatingsTextile Material DevelopmentHigh Performance FibersTextile Manufacturing MethodsQuick LearnerCollaborationSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering and two (2) or more years of related work experience in related area

Experience on formulating chemical finishes or coatings to impart specific functional properties to textiles (e.g., flame retardancy, abrasion resistance, water/oil repellency, anti-microbial growth)

Experience on applying coatings to textiles using methods such as impregnation, knife-over-roll, spraying, or other industrial finishing techniques

Experience working with high performance fibers and good understanding on different textile structures and their manufacturing methods

Experience on technical or functional textile material development is preferred

Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a multidisciplinary field

Self-starter and quick learner with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Preferred

3-7 years of relevant experience in textile engineering and textile chemistry, with demonstrated knowledge in textile coating formulation and application

Bachelor's or higher education in Textile Chemistry, Textile Engineering, Fiber Science, Polymer Science or closely related field

M.S. or PhD preferred

5+ years of direct experience with textiles characterization, formulating chemical finishes or coatings, fiber science

Previous experience supporting a NASA program on structural textiles and soft goods development

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

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised