Fluid Systems Engineer
Mechanical Engineer III
NASA Glenn Research Center
Brook Park, Ohio
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HX5 is currently seeking a Fluid Systems Engineer to join our team in Brook Park, Ohio in support of the GEARS contract at NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
In support of NASA GRC’s Subsonic Vehicle Technologies and Tools (SVTT) project exists an activity to develop a concept for a 5MW cryogenically cooled motor, along with a subscale demonstrator motor. This work effort will focus on one aspect of overall stator risk reduction efforts which is the closed loop cryogenic cooling system. The stator risk reduction test effort will inform the overall design and work out issues prior to the full motor demonstration.
The selected candidate will support the design of the closed loop stator cooling system and provide technical support to NASA Armstrong Test Facility (ATF) personnel implementing the subscale demonstration motor test. The focus of the support will be to prepare the NASA Electric Aircraft Testbed for cryogenic use. This will involve collaboration with engineering team members to support the development of the stator hardware. This includes supporting all phases of the effort including design, documentation, specification and technical support required to define, develop, and document the cryogenic helium closed loop statorette cooling system. The core of the cooling system will be a helium expansion engine which is a self-contained system. The effort will include identification and documentation of all activities required to inspect, refurbish, repair, update, and otherwise make this helium expansion engine suitably operational.
Required Skills:
The selected candidate must have the following experience:
- Design and analysis of cryogenic fluid systems.
- P&ID and parts list development and documentation.
- Hazards analysis development and documentation.
- Design per applicable national consensus codes (e.g. – ASME, NFPA, CGA).
- Development of fluid system manufacture/integration documentation.
- Development of fluid system operations documentation.
- Extensive experience working with Pressure Systems.
- Substantive experience coordinating with electrical engineers, electrical technicians, and mechanical technicians.
Other Desired Skills:
- Experience working helium systems operating at 20K (or lower).
- Experience creating detailed manufacturing and installation drawings.
Education/Experience:
Mechanical Engineering degree from an accredited program, with the following education and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree with 5 to 10 years of experience.
- Master’s degree with 3 to 6 years of experience.
- Ph.D. with 0 to 3 years of experience.
Other Position Requirements:
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship is a requirement for this position.
- Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:
- Relocation Assistance
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 401(k) plan with Company Match
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Pet Insurance
HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.
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