Spaceflight Test Safety Engineer

  • Full Time
  • Houston, TX
  • April 30, 2025

Anadarko Industries, LLC

Anadarko Industries LLC is looking to fill a Test Safety Engineer position at the Johnson Space Center (JSC) – Houston, TX. This position will support testing at different facilities located around the JSC Campus and will incorporate a wide range of testing including vibration, pyrotechnic, electromagnetic, thermal and thermal vacuum testing, with primary focus being monitoring of human testing in altitude chambers and underwater training. The Test Safety Engineer will demonstrate a high standard of safety, ensuring compliance with safety laws, policies, and procedures critical to protecting life and property.

The essential duty and responsibility for this position is to provide hazardous testing support as part of the Center Safety and Fire Operations (CSFO) II contract at JSC through the performance of hazard recognition, evaluation, and control activities and tasks including:

  • Successfully completing internal Test Safety Engineer certification training.
  • Representing the JSC Safety & Test Operations in Test Readiness Reviews for hardware and human testing.
  • Preparing and presenting safety recommendations to the JSC Safety & Test Operations Division.
  • Reviewing test documentation and monitoring select test operations in support of JSC programs.
  • Conducting or supporting mishap and close call investigations.
  • Development and review of facility and job hazard analysis.
  • Development of JSC safety and health communications and educational materials.
  • Assure JSC test facilities, test beds and operations meet internal and external applicable standards and codes.
  • Support of both JSC and company’s Voluntary Protection Program (VVP) activities and initiatives.
  • Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
  • Responsibilities occasionally require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advance notice, and carrying an emergency contact telephone on a rotational schedule with other members of the Test Safety Engineering group.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong experience in hazardous testing environments, including vibration, pyrotechnic, electromagnetic, thermal, or thermal vacuum testing. Familiarity with astronaut training and underwater training operations is highly desired. Certifications in safety or fire protection (e.g., Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar) are a plus.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

The candidate must meet or exceed at least one of the following education/experience combinations:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Safety or Fire Protection Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in any engineering field with a minimum of 7 years of related experience.
  • Master’s degree in Safety Engineering with at least 1 year of related experience.
  • Associate’s degree in Safety or Fire Protection with a minimum of 10 years of related experience.

Candidates must meet the minimum education and experience requirements listed above. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered.

Skills:

  • Proficient in OSHA & NFPA standards and publications, risk management and system safety techniques.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, contractor’s representatives and regulatory agency representatives.
  • Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook).
  • Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
  • Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on the telephone.

Due to security requirements this position requires US Citizenship or Legal Resident Status and ability to successfully complete a federal background investigation.

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