Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, 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 that will enable the exploration of space 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 Project Engineer to join the team with Barrios, a teammate company!
The Project Engineer will:
- Developing project documentation and maintaining status of drawings, and procurements.
- Working with the systems engineering team to ensure the test strategy will provide sufficient information on the system performance and capabilities
- Inspection of hardware upon receipt to verify match with fabrication drawing/models
- Test rig and equipment buildup as needed
- Perform all system testing
- Develop test plan and test reports
- Schedule testing with test facilities
- Work with the systems engineering team to develop a test schedule
- Work with procurement personnel and vendors to order and secure procurements
- Data analysis of test results
- Assist project management with configuration control of project documentation
- Development of test procedures including working with various organizations across JSC for flight certification of hardware.
- Working with the community, specifically the HLS program and the HLS provider, to develop integrated operation con-ops
- Develop presentations.
- Develop logistics, manufacturing and procurement plan
- Work in a team environment and report to the project manager and the lead systems engineer to provide status on progress and issues and for support.
- Perform other duties as required.
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 minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and normally possess 5-10 years of related experience.
- Experience with the development of project planning documents
- Experience with the design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware systems
- Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field, such as mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, and design software and tools
- Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
- Experience with cost and budget analysis
- Experience working in an integrated product team
Requisition Preferences:
- Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures
- Prior experience working in a system development project/program
- Familiarity with feasibilty assessments and trade studies
- Understanding of the Moon2Mars mission and concept of operations
Why Join Our Team?
In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also ave:
- 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, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
Attendance
Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust 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.
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Compensation Details:
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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:
06/25/2026 - Until FilledAmentum 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.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- 5-10 years of related engineering experience
- Experience developing project planning documents
- Experience with design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware systems
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings, material selection, and design software/tools
- Ability to prepare written documents and verbally present at meetings
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
- Experience with cost and budget analysis
- Experience working in an integrated product team
- Ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency may be required
- Familiarity with Johnson Space Center organizations, processes, and procedures
- Prior experience working in a system development project/program
- Familiarity with feasibility assessments and trade studies
- Understanding of the Moon2Mars mission and concept of operations
What We Do
Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.
