Job Description

Fuel Cell Engineer

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. As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States, we have an exciting opportunity for a Fuel Cell Engineer to join our team with JETS II teammate company, Barrios Technology, Inc.

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 candidate will have a senior engineer mentoring and coaching for developing the following skills:

• Develops and evaluates design requirements and limitations under which fuel cell systems and/or their components must operate in Lunar and Martian Environments.
• Designs and develops ground-based tests and support equipment required to demonstrate the utilization of fuel cell technology for Lunar applications.
• Develop development, use, validation, and enhancement of analytical and modeling tools for the prediction of fuel cell performance, including steady state electrochemistry and reactant consumption.
• Develops statements of work, evaluates proposals, initiates study and development contracts, and monitors contractor progress directed toward advancing state-of-the-art power generation systems.
• Proposes and reviews technology projects for the purpose of evaluating or advancing the state of the art for fuel cell applications.
• Develops and manages detailed project schedules comprised of internal and external milestones as well as tasks, associated progress, and definition of resources required for successful completion.
• Perform other duties as required.

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 bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Experience in proposing and reviewing technology projects for the purpose of evaluating or advancing the state of the art for fuel cell applications; experience in the application of engineering theories and principles as it pertains to energy conversion and electrochemistry systems processes and reactions.

Requisition Preferences:

• BS degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school and a minimum of five years of engineering experience in Fuel Cells.
• Specialized experience providing guidance and oversight for all phases of the project lifecycle, including concept of operations, requirements, and architecture definition; experience in the design, assembly, integration, testing, operations and sustaining engineering for fuel cell, atmospheric, and water electrolysis technologies.
• Experience in the development, operation, validation, and enhancement of analytical and modeling tools for the prediction of fuel cell performance, including steady state electrochemistry and reactant consumption.
• Experience in planning and coordinating tasks with other agencies and contractors to ensure full integration of technical and operational requirements in support of technology development efforts.
• Experience in proposing and reviewing technology projects for the purpose of evaluating or advancing the state of the art for fuel cell applications; experience in the application of engineering theories and principles as it pertains to energy conversion and electrochemistry systems processes and reactions.
• Experience in developing testing requirements, test plans, overseeing integrated testing, interpreting the resulting data, and generating test reports; experience in project management, risk-based decision making, mission operations, and all aspects of Systems Engineering & Integration, including systems interface/integration.
• Experience in developing testing requirements, test plans, overseeing integrated testing, interpreting the resulting data, and generating test reports; experience in project management, risk-based decision making, mission operations, and all aspects of Systems Engineering & Integration, including systems interface/integration.
• Experience within the power engineering and systems engineering fields.
• Prefer aerospace, electrical or chemical engineering degree.
• Experience with NASA JSC Flight Hardware Life Cycle, Certification, and Engineering processes.
• Working knowledge of NASA, JSC, and ISS standard practices and requirements including safety, fault tolerance, and unique disciplines.
• Familiarity with NASA/JSC documentation databases and SharePoint sites.
• Familiarity with state-of-the-art requirements management and model-based systems engineering tools.
• Basic knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field, such as mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, and material selection.
• Experience with power requirements and analyses.

Why Join Our Team? In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

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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