Technology Development Engineer

Your Impact:

Challenging Today. Reinventing Tomorrow.

We’re invested in you and your success. Everything we do is more than just a project. It’s our challenge as human beings, too. That’s why we bring a thoughtful and collaborative approach to every one of our partnerships.

At Jacobs, we challenge the status quo and redefine how to solve the world’s greatest challenges, transforming big ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.

Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the universe’s origins, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!     

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems enabling space exploration while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technology Development Engineer to join the team with the Science & Exploration Division.

As a Technology Development Engineer, you will:

• Participate in NASA’s ongoing preparations for lunar, asteroid, and other extraterrestrial sample return missions
• Define, implement, and design laboratory tools and instrumentation for sample transportation and storage of extraterrestrial samples.
• Develop sample handling tools and containment, gloveboxes using CAD software.
• Assist with the definition and communication of laboratory design requirements for new and existing sample return laboratories and integration of new technology
• Take part in regular domestic and international meetings (remotely and in-person) and telecons
• Prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for new technology developments
• Sustain a safety-first laboratory culture.
• Perform other duties as required.

Here’s what you’ll need:

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate’s experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or a related area. 
• Experience using CAD, such as Creo, Solidworks, AutoCAD, or other solid model/manufacturing software highly preferred.
• Must be capable of and willing to work as part of a team with mixed skillsets, including scientists, engineers, technicians, etc.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
• Willing to learn new laboratory techniques, develop new/unique technologies and create new solutions to problems presented.

Requisition Preferences:

• BS or MS degree in mechanical, aerospace, environmental, petroleum/geotechnical engineering or associated engineering discipline.
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods and machining practices.
• Hands-on experience using machine shop equipment and tools.
• Experience making drawings for manufacturing following ASME Y14.5-2009 or earlier, standards.

 

Why Join Our Team?

Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

See What We Do

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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• 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.

 

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance following an established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust the schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.