Genex Systems is looking for a talented Mechanical Designer to support the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering (CMOE) contract at NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC) in Hampton, VA.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
U.S. Citizenship is required. Two (2) years of college with courses in engineering or associated disciplines, and eight (8) years of related experience. Additional relevant education may be substituted for a portion of the experience.
Demonstrated ability to lead and direct work of others. Position requires specialized and extensive knowledge of engineering principles gained through long and varied work experience in field of specialty. Must work well with both internal and external customers. Working knowledge of machine components (bearings, couplings, gears, actuators, motors, chains, sprockets, shafts, springs, and dampers), hardware, fasteners, joining, welding, materials, pneumatics & hydraulics, and mechanical fabrication & machining processes is preferred.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
PREFERENCES:
Working knowledge of machine components (bearings, couplings, gears, actuators, motors, chains, sprockets, shafts, springs, and dampers), hardware, fasteners, joining, welding, materials, pneumatics & hydraulics, and mechanical fabrication & machining processes.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. (85%) Test/Industrial Environment – May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants, explosives, chemicals and industrial facilities. Travel between facilities and test sites is required and may bring exposure to loud noise and potentially hazardous equipment operation (10%). PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Potential exposure to high noise levels, hazardous chemicals, propellants and the like. Appropriate PPE and training will be provided for all conditions. Must be able to walk, stand, bend, twist and sit for extended periods as well as climb, crawl, and lift up to 35 lbs. EQUIPMENT AND MACHINES: Standard office equipment - PC, telephone, fax, copier, etc. Hardware platforms – Microsoft PC and OS Software: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) ATTENDANCE: Regular attendance mandatory (100%) Overtime/work outside normal schedule required (<20%)
OTHER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
U.S. CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED. Must be able to work in a team atmosphere. Must put forward a 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. Must be able to balance scope, schedule and budget to ensure project success. The work environment requires the ability to cooperate and work with individuals at all levels of the company and the client. The ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required. A valid driver's license is required.