Mechanical Test Engineer - ISP Fluids and Gas (PTC)
Location
US-OH-Sandusky
Job ID
2026-3358
# Positions
1
Experience (Years)
2
Type of Position
Regular Full-Time
Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Visa Requirements
Citizen only
Overview
The Test Facilities Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering (TFOME) contract at the
NASA Glenn Research Center, Neil A. Armstrong Test Facility, in Sandusky, Ohio is searching for a
Full-Time Mechanical Test Engineer
specializing in Fluids and Gas
to provide engineering support and leadership in the planning, design, and execution of engineering and technical tasks for an assigned test or facility project at the In-Space Propulsion (ISP) Test Facility within the Propulsion Test Complex (PTC).
TFOME
is dedicated to excellence in service and to providing outstanding technical opportunities for our employees. We specialize in providing engineering and technical services in the areas of aerospace propulsion and power test facilities.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
- Requires a minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace, etc.) or equivalent and two (2) years' applicable experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of fluids and gases including cryogenic, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen.
- Knowledge and understanding of fluid mechanics, fluid dynamics, aerodynamics, aerospace testing and facility operations, mechanical design, and mechanical test systems involving hydraulics, high vacuum, and pneumatics.
- Understanding of electronic test systems involving data acquisition, sensors, and signal conditioning.
- Direct knowledge of aerospace test facilities including wind tunnels, thermal vacuum facilities, propulsion test stands, and vibration testing is highly desirable.
EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
