Lunar Lander Systems Design Engineer – Multiple Roles (ES3-SME3)

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Responsibilities

ASED is expecting a large spike in customer demand for design engineers across multiple areas to include mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering to support our Nation’s ambitious lunar exploration goals. These positions are projected to focus on the new Lunar Lander Spacecraft and adjacent hardware projects for the Artemis Program. Some of the specific tasks will include mechanical component design, spacecraft structures design, fluid system design, electrical harness design, and mechanical and electrical system integration/assembly.

Candidate must be able to support aggressive schedules to meet deliverable due dates and occasional overtime may be required. Roles will require working as part of an integrated product team with other contractors as well as NASA Civil Servants from various organizations and disciplines to release engineering documentation for the manufacture of flight hardware. Develop designs as well as detailed fabrication and assembly drawings and provide fabrication support to manufacturing personnel.  Collaborate with outside vendors and personnel from NASA. Develop and deliver reports and presentations to MSFC and Amentum management as needed.  Positions will be on-site, but remote opportunities may also be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university and experience in the approximate 5-30 year range.

• Proficiency in Creo/Pro-Engineer 3-D modeling and 2-D drafting.

• Proficiency utilizing Windchill.

• Demonstrated expertise in your specific design discipline applicable to flight hardware or other quality sensitive products.

Preferences

• Experience supporting NASA human spaceflight programs, aerospace, defense, or highly regulated technical programs.

• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5M-1994) and experience applying GD&T to fully dimensioned production drawings.

• General understanding of manufacturability and design fabrication practices for flight hardware.

• Strong oral and written communication skills to better support the customer during design presentations and status meetings.

Must be a US Citizen and have a STAR ID

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Office and laboratory environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA ( 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

09/16/2026 - 10/31/2026
Amentum 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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