Oxygen Systems Engineer

Job Title: Oxygen Systems EngineerJob Description The position involves providing mechanical engineering and test support for Liquid and Gaseous Oxygen systems in support of aerospace propulsion and test operations. Responsibilities + Plan and execute aerospace ground test projects, ensuring facility capabilities align with test requirements. + Lead or support test projects, including managing schedules, resources, and overall execution. + Design and support mechanical test systems and hardware, including cryogenic and oxygen systems. + Oversee the fabrication, installation, calibration, and maintenance of test hardware. + Determine which parts require recertification or inspection due to obsolescence or contamination. + Coordinate with electrical, instrumentation, and test teams. + Analyze test data, conduct experiments, and generate technical reports. + Prepare technical documentation, specifications, and purchase requisitions. + Support safety and design reviews and provide technical presentations. Essential Skills + Experience with liquid or gaseous oxygen (LOX/GOX) systems. + Knowledge of aerospace test facilities, mechanical systems, fluids, pneumatics, hydraulics, and data acquisition. + 3+ years of relevant experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or similar Engineering field. + Experience with propulsion, vacuum, or cryogenic testing is preferred. + Direct knowledge of aerospace test facilities, such as wind tunnels, thermal vacuum facilities, propulsion test stands, and vibration testing. Work Environment The role is based at the Glenn Research Center's Armstrong Test Facility, a sprawling 400-acre campus with various specialized buildings. The position involves frequent work in the In-Space Propulsion (ISP) Facility, home to the world's largest vacuum chamber designed for testing full-scale rocket engines and spacecraft. This facility simulates high-altitude space environments to test upper-stage engines, Mars lander prototypes, and propulsion systems. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Sandusky, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Sandusky,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .

Created: 2026-04-08