We are seeking an Instrument Engineer to provide engineering support to NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in the development, test, and integration of space physics instrumentation. This is a full-time, on-site position that requires the ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.

Position duties:The selected individual will provide support for the fabrication, manufacturing, testing, and assembly of scientific instrumentation, along with related support equipment and laboratory facilities.

Education: Master’s degree and a minimum of seven years’ experience (or equivalent combination of degree/experience).

Required Experience:

• Experience working on both flight and non-flight projects.
• Knowledge of NASA scientific instrument and technology development and workmanship requirements and procedures and flight hardware manufacturing policies, standards and processes, including but not limited to:
  • J-STD-001XS: Assembly and Soldering 
  • NASA-STD-8739.1: Staking, Bonding, and Conformal Coating 
  • NASA-STD-8739.4: Cabling and Torque 
  • 540-PG-8072.1.2: Fastener Torque
  • 300-PG 8730.6.1: Electrostatic Discharge Control
• Ability to pass NASA training certifications including J-STD-001 and NASA 8739.4, CCH.
• Ability to design, fabricate, and/or procure parts for use in lab experiments or testing.
• Experience using a soldering station and using test equipment.
• Knowledge of – or ability to quickly acquire knowledge of – manufacturing techniques for vacuum and space applications (acceptable materials, coatings, tolerances, etc.)
• Working knowledge of – or ability to acquire knowledge of – the proper care, handling, storage and testing practices for Microchannel Plates (MCPs).
• Working knowledge of – or ability to acquire knowledge of – lab vacuum systems, pressurized gas systems, thermal vacuum systems, motion control stages, high voltage wiring, oscilloscopes, power supplies, amplifiers, signal/function generators and other laboratory equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and provide feedback on work instructions, schematics, wire lists, and engineering drawings. 
• Ability to coordinate equipment acquisitions, installations, and maintenance.
• Ability to execute day-to-day efforts to maintain laboratory and test facilities, including safety training and documentation.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (LPR) required, with residency in the US for the past 3 years is required.

Desired Experience:

• System/mechanical assembly experience.
• Cable and harness fabrication experience.
• Experience with the manufacture, assembly, and modification of printed wiring boards (PWB) and printed circuit boards (PCB) including hand soldering and SMT components.

Team ADNET brings over 30+ years of experience to information systems and professional services for the federal government. With a history of expertise in software development, computer network design, IT security, mission operations support, and educational outreach, Team ADNET is deeply embedded in the Space and Earth Science at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD.

ADNET Systems, Inc. is working with Goddard Space Flight Center to fulfill NASA’s vision for space exploration, and working with the Science and Exploration Directorate to fulfill its many missions.

ADNET Systems, Inc. is an employee-centric company, committed to providing premier benefits that support our employees and their families. With affordable medical and dental plans coupled with leading disability and life insurance options, ADNET offers our employees the benefits most sought after by today’s professional candidate. Furthermore, our benefits package features the extras that distinguish us from other small businesses, ensuring our high employee retention that our customers appreciate.

Some features of our compensation plans and environment perks include:

• Annual Leave/Sick Leave
• Military and Family Emergency Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Performance Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• 401K Plan with Company Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Swag bags