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Houston, Texas, United States
Onsite
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. Amentum is NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
We are looking for a temporary intermittent PCB Designer - NASA Avionics Systems to join the JETSII contract with Aerodyne, a teammate. Do you have the following skills?
*This position is a temporary position not to exceed 26 weeks*
** 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 selected candidates will:
• Report to the Electronics & Electrical Section Manager as part of a 45+ member engineering group.
• Provide PCB design support for multiple NASA JSC projects.
• Create multilayer PCB layouts in Altium Designer.
• Collaborate with Electrical Engineers on design packages and with Mechanical Engineers on enclosure and packaging integration.
• Implement analog, digital, high‑frequency, differential‑pair, and high‑power circuitry using SMT and through‑hole technologies.
• Generate Gerbers and complete fabrication data packages.
• Create PCB footprints from component datasheets and maintain library accuracy.
• Document schematics, PCB assemblies, mechanical drawings, and harness drawings.
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure clarity during PCB fabrication.
• Perform additional related tasks as assigned.
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 HS Diploma or its equivalent and 15 years of experience in the field or related area and may require additional experience or education in one of the physical sciences directly applicable to the tasks performed.
• Expert proficiency with Altium Designer, including multilayer, high‑density, and IPC Class 3 space-grade designs.
• Strong knowledge of IPC standards and DRC/DFM best practices.
• Experience creating and managing component libraries, symbols, footprints, and 3D models.
• Proficient in high‑speed, low‑noise, EMI/EMC‑sensitive designs.
• Skilled in implementing analog, digital, RF/high‑frequency, differential pairs, impedance‑controlled routing, and high‑power circuitry.
• Ability to produce complete documentation packages including schematics, PCB assemblies, mechanical support drawings, and wiring harness drawings.
• Experience coordinating directly with fabrication and assembly vendors.
Preferences:
• Two-year technical certification or relevant college coursework; additional education may replace some experience.
• IPC CID certification.
• Experience with additional ECAD tools (PADS, Mentor Graphics, OrCAD Capture).
• Familiarity with NASA and or Military design/drawing standards.
• Knowledge of thermal management and high‑power PCB design.
• Experience with complex form factors (PCIe, PCI, VME) and fine‑pitch/BGA components.
• Understanding of PCB fabrication and assembly processes.
• Ability to produce drawings to ASME Y14.5 using AutoCAD or Pro/E.
• Proficient in MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, OneDrive, SharePoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Compensation:
Why Join Our Team?
In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also ave:
For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com
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 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.
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Compensation Details:
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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
11/15/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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