Position Description Summary APT Research is hiring a full-time, Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) Quality/Safety Engineer (SMA-3 Engineer) on the KSC Safety and Mission Assurance Support Services (SMASS IV) contract in Kennedy Space Center, FL. This person will provide EGS Program quality engineering assurance in the SA-F division. APT is an employee-owned engineering services company specializing in conducting safety and quality analyses for the U.S. Government. APT offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities that match your professional development interest, and excellent benefits including being voted as the best place for working parents. Our employees are owners, each share in the commitment to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative Analysis, Planning, & Test Solutions and services that exceed expectations, build employee pride of ownership, and optimize shareholder value. Responsibilities: Supports development of government insight/oversight plans for individual contracts. Identifies Government Mandatory Inspection Points and works with contractors to assure implementation and completion of GMIPs. Works with contractor Quality counterparts, engineering Subject Matter Experts, and other technical disciplines to resolve technical issues, address nonconformances, and other quality concerns. Performs insight/oversight of contractor operations. This effort will be focused on both flight hardware and Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Will work with a variety of systems such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc. Reviews contractor documentation for compliance to higher level Program level and contractual requirements. Reviews government and contractor data and performs data analysis. Performs acceptance of GSE/hardware, receiving inspections, and review of Acceptance Data Packs (not including signing of DD250 documents). Performs assessments/audits of contractor's Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure products/services are produced per design documentation and engineering requirements. Works with Contract Officers, Contractor Officer Representatives, and engineering Subject Matter Experts to identify applicable contract deliverables and acquisition requirements. Performs Government Mandatory Inspection Points (GMIPs), In-Line Assessments, surveillance inspections and tracks associated nonconformances. Manages/tracks procurement status, Requests for Information, nonconformances, waivers, elevated risks, and any associated reports. Identifies quality/safety issues, concerns, and potential risks that require mitigation. Represents NASA Quality while interfacing with key NASA and contractor procurement stakeholders. Performs inspections, surveillance and requirement compliance while overseeing fabrication, assembly, and test and checkout of GSE and aerospace flight hardware.

Required Experience/Education : Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or technical area. Experience: 6 years of engineering, science, or technical experience (Quality Engineering experience minimum) KSC flight hardware/aerospace processing experience and Procurement Quality experience is highly desired

Security Clearance Requirement: Must be able to qualify for an unescorted badge (US Citizen required) and be able to pass a background investigation & drug test.

Preferred Experience: Strong quality background with work experience in processing flight hardware and Ground Support Equipment that may include larger flight/GSE structures, system-level components, or smaller assemblies. Significant "floor-level" experience with a variety of systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc.). Ability to review quality/engineering requirements and specifications, contracts, statements of work, and higher level documents and translates those requirements into an effective insight/oversight quality plan and assure subsequent implementation. Ability to read/interpret drawings Quality Management System (QMS) auditing experience. Experience monitoring/evaluating contractor processing activities. Clear, accurate, and concise communication and writing skills. Ability to clearly and concisely present plans, technical issues, and project status. Proficiency with personal computers, specifically with using Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience with (or ability to learn) virtual meeting products (MS teams, Zoom, etc.) is highly desired. Good Team building / cross functional teams and strong social skills.

Essential Job Functions:

Work Environment : Office environment Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate, and timely communication, both verbally and written Ability to interact professionally with coworkers, management, and customers

Travel Requirements : Requires ability to travel domestically (within the U.S.) Physical Requirements : Requires sitting for extended periods of time at a workstation / desk Ability to lift >15 lbs.

Other Essential Functions: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgement Work attire must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk / hazard to the employee or others

EOE/Veterans/Disabled A-P-T Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and pro vides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, hr@apt-research.com and/or phone number (256.327.3373) to contact us about your interest in employment with A-P-T Research, Inc. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, military status, participation in protected activity (such as requesting job-protected leave, or some covered accommodation), pregnancy, protected veteran status or protected leave status (or use of protected leave), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. A-P-T Research, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

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