Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Job Title: Mid-Career Mechanical Engineer

Location: Moffett Field, CA

Job Family Code: O - Engineering

Function/Branch: Engineering/NFAC

Directorate: Test Operations

Position Type: Regular, Full-time

Pay Type: Exempt        

Grade: H07 (OC0717) – H08 (OC0815)

Salary Range: H07: $109,000 - $145,000; H08: $134,000 - $179,000/ per year

Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer supporting TOS II, at the National Full-Scale Aerodynamics Complex (NFAC) in Moffett Field, CA. The Mechanical Engineer will be working as a member of an integrated team responsible for supporting the construction efforts by providing technical support to craft and supervision as well as helping to satisfy quality requirements on the project. Also, initiating action when necessary to ensure the project is being built as specified in the scope of work.

Open to internal and external candidates.

Job Summary

Under the guidance and direction of an experienced engineer the successful candidate will evaluate, select, and apply standard mechanical engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria to support wind tunnel testing, facility operations and maintenance at the National Full-Scale Aerodynamics Complex (NFAC) and perform the duties listed below.

Job Duties:

The responsibilities outlined below are representative of the primary duties of this role but are not an exhaustive list. The NFAC provides a highly dynamic and collaborative environment, and the successful candidate will be expected to be adaptable and take on other duties as necessary to meet evolving operational needs.

• Perform work, generally within mechanical engineering, which involves the preparation, interpretation, or review of calculations, specifications, plans, investigations, surveys, structures, systems, or equipment.
• Lead the mechanical design of wind tunnel model components and interface hardware and develop comprehensive design drawing packages utilizing SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Perform and review detailed hand calculations, structural analyses, and stress reports to ensure the static and dynamic stability of all components under test conditions.
• Assume engineering ownership of assigned facility mechanical systems (such as hydraulic and pneumatic power, compressors, and pumps) and lead related projects through their entire lifecycle, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, execution, and close-out
• Coordinate, supervise, and provide technical guidance to NFAC technicians, craft personnel, and outside contractors; oversee service contract vendors, assist in developing statements of work, and support the planning of maintenance outages.
• Work closely with the customer and test team to establish and document design requirements, and guide design proposals through internal approval processes.
• Perform hands-on field work to maintain facility systems, troubleshoot anomalies, create repair work orders, manage facility assets, and actively support the implementation of predictive maintenance principles.
• Provide technical guidance and informal mentorship to junior engineers, helping to foster a collaborative, safe, and highly productive team environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly dynamic, multidisciplinary environment while managing and supporting several projects simultaneously.
• Maintain excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with engineers, technicians, and customers.
• Wear company-issued PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy as a condition of employment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Basic Qualifications

• B.S. degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience OR M.S. degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance and the AEDC local area network.
• Current U. S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret security clearance
• Professional Engineering Licensure
• Multidisciplinary experience maintaining mechanical facility (hydraulic and pneumatic power, compressors, pumps, etc.), electrical (motors, generators), and control systems (PLC, instrumentation) is highly desirable.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex.

We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC’s rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC’s Toward New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC’s capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities.

Join our Team!

U.S. Citizenship is required. At this time BNH will not sponsor any applicants for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1b, F1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, E-2, E-3, L-1, or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations and refers to the amount BNH is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time jobs will be adjusted based upon the number of hours agreed to work.

H07: $109,000 - $145,000; H08: $134,000 - $179,000/ per year the NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA

BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, and any other grounds for discrimination prohibited by applicable law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.