AP109 Research Engineer (X-Ray Optics Laboratory)

NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC), nestled in the Maryland suburbs of Greenbelt is located just 30 minutes from the heartbeat of America – Washington, D.C. We are seeking a Research Engineer candidate to serve as a member of a KBR team working on the Space and Earth Science Data Analysis (SESDA-V) program in the Next Generations X-Ray Optics (NGXO) group, working full-time from NASA/GSFC in Greenbelt, MD, with the potential flexibility for hybrid work, at the discretion of the NASA customer.

The Research Engineer supports NASA’s NGXO team by designing, prototyping, testing, and refining precision opto-mechanical systems. The role involves CAD modeling, applying GD&T, supporting manufacturing processes, and using metrology tools for validation, while collaborating with engineers and scientists in a multidisciplinary, research-driven environment.

The ideal candidate for this position would be a self-starter, self-motivator and an original thinker that has the cap...

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