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Protection Engineer - Power & Mechanical Systems

Location: Mt View, Moffett Field CA.
Status: Full-time


Salary: $200K-$245K/year
Clearance: Background check & U.S. Citizenship required

Make an Impact at NASA Ames

Astrion/MEIS is seeking a highly skilled Protection Engineer (Power & Mechanical) to join our Space Systems division in support of NASA Ames Research Center's Electrical Power Reliability Office (EPrO) .

In this role, you'll directly contribute to the safety, reliability, and performance of NASA Ames' high- and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems. From arc flash studies to protective relay programming and calibration , your work will help safeguard one of the world's most advanced research facilities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS :

• PE License with 10+ years' experience in high- and medium-voltage design, relay coordination, and short-circuit analysis.
• Proficiency in SKM software , arc flash calculation, and SEL microprocessor relay programming.
• Expertise in both electromechanical and solid-state relays (calibration and setting).
• Strong understanding of NASA Ames Electrical Power System (preferred).
• Problem-solving mindset, clear communicator, and ability to thrive in on-site, hands-on work .
• Flexibility to support after-hours, nights, or weekend outages when required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform arc flash and short-circuit calculations , relay programming, and relay setting.
• Review, program, test, and calibrate protective relays and breaker trip settings .
• Print and distribute arc flash safety labels for NASA Ames electrical systems.
• Maintain and update SKM master models for building and drive power systems.
• Provide protection system specifications and relay settings for new infrastructure projects .
• Prepare wiring diagrams and schematics for protective relay installations .
• Support relay technicians during planned and unplanned outages .
• Maintain and review one-line diagrams for arc flash, short circuit, and relay analysis.
• Ensure all device settings are properly stored in the EPrO database .

This is your opportunity to apply your expertise in power protection engineering to support missions that directly enable NASA's world-class science and space exploration programs.

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Full time, Work at office, Night shift, Weekend work,

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