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If you are, we need you!\nWe 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.\nWe 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?\n*This position is a temporary position not to exceed 26 weeks*\n** 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. **\nThe selected candidates will:\nReport to the Electronics & Electrical Section Manager as part of a 45+ member engineering group.\nProvide PCB design support for multiple NASA JSC projects.\nCreate multilayer PCB layouts in Altium Designer.\nCollaborate with Electrical Engineers on design packages and with Mechanical Engineers on enclosure and packaging integration.\nImplement analog, digital, high-frequency, differential-pair, and high-power circuitry using SMT and through-hole technologies.\nGenerate Gerbers and complete fabrication data packages.\nCreate PCB footprints from component datasheets and maintain library accuracy.\nDocument schematics, PCB assemblies, mechanical drawings, and harness drawings.\nCoordinate with vendors to ensure clarity during PCB fabrication.\nPerform additional related tasks as assigned.\nRequisition Qualifications:\nThis 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.\nTypically 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.\nExpert proficiency with Altium Designer, including multilayer, high-density, and IPC Class 3 space-grade designs.\nStrong knowledge of IPC standards and DRC/DFM best practices.\nExperience creating and managing component libraries, symbols, footprints, and 3D models.\nProficient in high-speed, low-noise, EMI/EMC-sensitive designs.\nSkilled in implementing analog, digital, RF/high-frequency, differential pairs, impedance-controlled routing, and high-power circuitry.\nAbility to produce complete documentation packages including schematics, PCB assemblies, mechanical support drawings, and wiring harness drawings.\nExperience coordinating directly with fabrication and assembly vendors.\nPreferences:\nTwo-year technical certification or relevant college coursework; additional education may replace some experience.\nIPC CID certification.\nExperience with additional ECAD tools (PADS, Mentor Graphics, OrCAD Capture).\nFamiliarity with NASA and or Military design/drawing standards.\nKnowledge of thermal management and high-power PCB design.\nExperience with complex form factors (PCIe, PCI, VME) and fine-pitch/BGA components.\nUnderstanding of PCB fabrication and assembly processes.\nAbility to produce drawings to ASME Y14.5 using AutoCAD or Pro/E.\nProficient in MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, OneDrive, SharePoint, Word, and Outlook.\nStrong communication and teamwork skills.\nCompensation:\nSalary starts at $39.68. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.\nWhy Join Our Team?\nIn addition to exciting career opportunities, we also ave:\nExcellent personal and professional career growth\n9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable\nOnsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)\nMuch, much more!\nFor more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com\nProof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.\nMust be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.\nManagement has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.\nEssential Functions\nWork Environment\nGenerally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.\nPhysical Requirements\nWork may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).\nEquipment and Machines\nStandard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).\nAttendance\nRegular 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.\nOther Essential Functions\nProfessional 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.\n#JETS #JETSII\nCompensation Details:\nTNSThe 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.\nBenefits Overview:\nOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance\n\nPaid time off and holidays\n\nRetirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)\n\nEducational reimbursement\n\nParental leave\n\nEmployee stock purchase plan\n\nTax-saving options\n\nDisability and life insurance\n\nPet insurance\n\nNote: 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.\nOriginal Posting:\n11/15/2026 - 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.\nAmentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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