Job Description

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT KENNEDY SPACE CENTER 

ERC, Inc as part of the TOSC team, provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. These tasks support the International Space Station, Exploration Ground Systems, the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and Launch Services programs. 

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Two (2) years of college with mechanical, electrical, mathematics, or other related engineering courses, plus six (6) years of related engineering experience or any equivalent combination of relevant education/experience for a total of eight (8) years.  

Performs non-routine and complex inspection assignments involving responsibility for planning and conducting a complete project of relatively limited scope or a portion of a larger and more diverse project, selects and adapts plans, techniques, designs, or layouts, contacts personnel in related activities to resolve problems and coordinate the work, reviews, analyzes, and integrates the technical work of others. Supervisor or professional engineer outlines objectives, requirements, and design approaches. Completed work is reviewed for technical adequacy and satisfaction of requirements. Perform one or a combination of the following: 

-Inspects major units, devices, or equipment; conducts tests or experiments; analyzes results and redesigns or modifies equipment to improve performance; and reports results. 

-From general guidelines and specifications (e.g., size or weight requirements), develops designs for equipment without critical performance requirements that are difficult to satisfy such as engine parts, research instruments, or special purpose circuitry. Analyzes technical data to determine applicability to design problems; selects from several possible design layouts; calculates design data; and prepares layouts, detailed specifications, parts lists, estimates, procedures, etc. May check and analyze drawings or equipment to determine adequacy of drawings and design. 

-Plans or assists in planning tests to evaluate equipment performance. Determines test requirements, equipment modification, and test procedures; conducts tests using all types of instruments; analyzes and evaluates test results, and prepares reports on findings and recommendations. 

-Demonstrates extensive proficiency within expertise and ability to train less experienced inspectors.  

-Under direction of the engineering staff, applies engineering principles and theories in inspecting, testing, and modifying equipment such as machinery. Assists with the production of prototypes. 

-Performs other duties as assigned. 

-Must be able to support all shifts, weekends 

Essential Functions

Physical Requirements

• Duties may include the handling of hazardous waste and transportation of hazardous waste (if qualified).
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to distinguish between colors (ex: blue and green wires)
• Ability to comply with safety policies and compliance
• Ability to use limbs with 90% range
• Must use safety protective equipment where required
• Must be able to climb ladders, towers and stairs
• Will require physical exertion in climbing, lifting, squatting, crawling, carrying, or critical work in cramped quarters. 

Work Environment

• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards. 
• Work will mainly performed in an inside environment, but fieldwork can be a combination of inside and outside depending on the project.
• Working at heights is required and in confined spaces may be required.
• Work among equipment and stations in support of launches. 

Equipment and Machines

• Operate and maintain handling equipment such as forklifts (up to 20K) and other area specific Material Handling Equipment.
• Operate computer terminals, personal computers, and related computer peripheral equipment to maintain/adjust database logs and records, print documents and record work performance.
• Personal computer, scanner, copy machine, telephone, laser printer, fax machine and other office equipment including desk supplies. 

Attendance

• Work assignments are normally 8 hours shifts, 5 consecutive days per week
• Must be dependable and punctual.
• Occasional overtime, sometimes with short notice, is required to meet demanding schedule 

Other Essential Functions

• US Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain certifications required for operating Material Handling Equipment.
• Requires the ability to interact effectively with co-workers and managers.
• Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.
• Government security clearance may be required in the future.
• Must pass a federal background investigation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.
• Must pass all applicable physicals required for this position
• Must possess a valid Florida Class D motor vehicle license. 

These essential functions may be amended prior to an offer of employment. 

ERC, Inc is a teammate to Jacobs, the prime contractor for the Test and Operation Support Contract (TOSC) at Kennedy Space Center.  ERC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. ERC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by country, regional, or local law.  

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT KENNEDY SPACE CENTER 

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