Thermography Engineer - Non-destructive Evaluation

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Overview:

The Non-Destructive Evaluation and Damage Tolerance Group serving the Non-Destructive Evaluation and Damage Tolerance Branch (EM21) at Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) in Huntsville, AL has an opening for an Engineer in Thermography inspection and testing on the Non-destructive Evaluation (NDE) team. This NDE professional will serve as an engineer on a strong and high performing team of approximately 25 team members, including: engineers, technicians, interns and subcontractor personnel. As an Engineer on this team the selected individual will provide support for research, testing and evaluation of parts for various space, flight, and non-flight applications, serving as an independent thermography inspector, conducting testing and providing reports. As a contributor on this team, the selected individual will provide support for NDE projects; a NAS-410 or ASNT level II, or level III, certification in thermography would be preferred. The selected individual will provide support for NDE projects and be able to interface with Project Management, Chief Engineers and Fracture Control Boards on projects including HLS, SLS, ISS and CCP for NDE related engineering matters.  Be a part of our team, as we support the exciting challenge to return mankind back to the Moon and beyond. Be a part of our team, as we support the exciting challenge to return mankind back to the Moon and beyond.

Responsibilities:

The Thermography Engineer will:

• Facilitate execution of NDE related project tasks leveraging knowledge of structural material property, compatibility, processing, and non-destructive evaluation techniques to develop and provide test data to space flight hardware design teams, design reviews, problem resolution teams, and material usage review teams.
• Operate and maintain NDE testing equipment, such as thermography equipment: thermal wave imaging systems, infrared cameras, including troubleshoot equipment/ system problems, identify corrective actions, and implement corrective actions upon approval.
• Maintain training and certifications in the areas of NDE technique specialty; A NAS-410 or ASNT level II, or level III, certification in thermography.
• Train and gain expertise in other NDE evaluations techniques in addition to thermography, such as in radiography (RT), computed tomography (CT), ultrasound (UT), Phased Array UT (PAUT), eddy current (ET), penetrant testing (PT), and magnetic particle testing (MT) systems.
• Contribute to research & development activities to improve MSFC’s NDE capabilities.
• Operate in the customer’s Engineering Work System to understand assignments and priorities for development and execution of NDE activities.
• Conduct of a wide array of experiments using various techniques including thermography, and/or RT, CT, PAUT, ET, PT, and MT in both fixed facility and remote locations.
• Investigate anomalies and develop alternative solutions to problems.
• Implement rigorous work planning and control processes to assure safe, secure, and high-quality operations and results. 
• Develop and work according to standard operating instructions and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve project success and delivery in a specified timescale.
• Assist in planning the modification of existing laboratory test plans and the design and operation of new plans related to NDE evaluation tasks.
• Utilize computers and computer software daily to generate reports, gather data and communicate test results. An individual with experience with engineering software such as Computer Aided Design (CAD) is desired.
• Interface with Engineering and Science Services Capabilities Augmentation (ESSCA) engineers, ESSCA technicians, and NASA customers as part of their daily duties.

Qualifications:

• BS minimum requirement in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering or related STEM field from an accredited school of engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience.
• A NAS-410 or ASNT level II certification in thermography. Level III is preferred.
• A demonstrated ability to adapt to changing environments of technology development.
• A track record of continued technical growth, such as improving thermography skills, or gaining skills in other NDE techniques.
• A demonstrated ability to work in team environments with other technicians and engineers, providing ideas and recommendations on improving testing/processing, operation and maintenance of the test equipment.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship.

Desired Experience:

A highly qualified candidate will have experience with the following:

• Strong technical capabilities in NDE methods in thermography inspections and testing.
• Certifications as a NAS-410 or ASNT level II or III in thermography, and the ability to provide hands-on support in thermography; and secondarily in other NDE methods such as RT, CT, PAUT, ET, PT, and MT.
• Working knowledge and experience with thermal wave imaging systems.
• Working knowledge and experience with robotic inspection systems.
• The ability to independently troubleshoot NDE equipment/systems: such as infrared cameras, thermal wave imaging systems, amongst other supportive technologies, identify necessary corrective actions, and implement corrective actions upon approval.
• Proficiency with computers and applicable software such as CAD to gather, store, and recall test data, as well as to communicate testing results and reports.
• The ability to communicate work, test status, test results, problems, and proposed actions with engineers, customers, and government representatives both verbally and in writing. The ability to thoroughly document findings and actions is essential to being successful in the role.
• Hands-on NDE experience conducting a wide array of experiments using thermography; secondary experience with NDE techniques including ultrasound, eddy current, penetrant, magnetic particle, and radiography in both fixed facility and remote locations.
• Certification in Thermography as a NAS-410 or ASNT NDE, LII, or preferably LIII. Previous experience or certification in NDE methods in areas such radiographic testing, computed tomography, phased array ultrasonics, infrared testing, and liquid penetrant testing.
• Executing Research & Development and customer driven Engineering Work System assignments pertaining to efforts in the development and execution of novel NDE diagnostics.
• Process data using various software systems.
• Installing, operating, and maintaining laboratory equipment including instrumentation and data acquisition systems and software.
• Conceptualizing and communicating major elements of experimental design and results to stakeholders.
• Serving as an NDE Lab representative on multi-discipline engineering teams to understand and resolve anomalies with aerospace flight hardware.
• Investigating anomalies and implementing alternative solutions to problems, with Senior NDE Engineering team.
• Writing operating procedures, analysis methods, and laboratory procedures.
• Implementing rigorous work planning and control processes to assure safe, secure, and high-quality operations and results.  

Physical Requirements: Requires walking, standing, lifting, bending in a lab environment with hazards that require wearing safety glasses, hearing protection, foot protection, gloves, and other personal protective equipment to perform some operations (80%). Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Requires sitting at a desk to write reports and perform engineering task activities (10%). Work will primarily be performed on site at NASA/ Marshall Space Flight Center with limited teleworking possible at employee’s home office (<10%).  

Work Environment:  General office environment (20%), lab environment (80%). Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Travel may be necessary, but infrequent (<5%).  

Equipment and Machines:  Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%). Requires the ability to operate materials processing and test equipment (50%).

Other Essential Functions: Ability to verbally, and in writing, communicate work, test status, test results, problems, and proposed actions with engineers, customers, and government representatives. Ability to thoroughly document findings and actions is essential. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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