Aerodyne Industries is a dynamic, rapidly growing engineering and information technology services firm headquartered on Florida’s exciting Space Coast. With locations throughout the US, we take pride in delivering small business agility with large corporation capabilities. Our list of clients count on us to prepare NASA’s Missions to the Moon and Mars and to defend our nation supporting the Missile Defense Agency and Department of Defense.  Join the adventure of a lifetime by becoming a teammate with Aerodyne Industries and work on projects that will define our future. 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 Senior Structures and Mechanisms Engineer Gateway to join our team with JETS II. ** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. ** The Senior Structures and Mechanisms Engineer Gateway will: Provide subsystem management and integration oversight in support of the Level 2 Gateway Structures and Mechanisms System Team. Provide understanding of integrated Gateway architecture and operations as it pertains to Structures and Mechanisms interaction. Provide system requirements development and interpretation, including deviations and alternate standards, as it pertains to the NASA Technical Authority Design and Construction Standards and Subsystem Specifications for structures and mechanical systems. Provide support to Program milestone and Safety reviews. Provide review of design and verification documentation related to Gateway Structural and Mechanisms systems and hardware. Evaluate designs and perform technical and safety assessments. Identify areas needing independent verification and validation. Review and participate in test and verification of Gateway hardware. Provide technical support to Program Office, Boards and Panel meetings. Integrate with other technical disciplines to solve technical issues. Travel as needed to other NASA centers and commercial partner facilities, international and domestic, in support of duties. Perform other duties as required. Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position.

Qualifications - External 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. License and certification may be required. Strong verbal and written communication skills, be able to work in a team, and develop cooperative relationships with NASA and commercial partners. Strong structural or mechanical system design experience including familiarization with design and analysis tools and testing methods. - Experience with NASA structural, mechanical, and safety standards and their application. Requisition Preferences: BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering Minimum of ten (10) years of experience with hardware and operations in direct engineering experience on manned space vehicles. A working knowledge and experience with Orion, Commercial Crew, Shuttle, and/or International Space Station design and verification documentation and requirements. Systems Engineering experience/background or a desire to learn systems engineering. Why Join Our Team? 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! Additional Information 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 the 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. US EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status .