About the position
We have an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer: Docking System Development and Integration to join the team! The Systems Engineer will provide insight to and oversight of tasks related to design, analysis, test, manufacturing, and operation of docking systems supporting Orion, Gateway, Human Landing System, and the International Space Station. This role requires learning and staying abreast of the details of the NASA Docking System Block 1 and/or Block 2, and/or other provider docking system designs as needed. The engineer will review and provide feedback to commercial partner and international partner documentation on their vehicle design as pertains to development, installation and operation of the docking system. Additionally, the engineer will analyze partner and provider requirements to assess conflicts, gaps, and adequate flow down and decomposition of the NASA program requirements.
Responsibilities
- Provide insight to and oversight of tasks related to design, analysis, test, manufacturing, and operation of docking systems.
- Learn and stay abreast of the details of the NASA Docking System Block 1 and/or Block 2.
- Review and provide feedback to commercial partner and international partner documentation.
- Analyze partner and provider requirements to assess conflicts, gaps, and adequate flow down and decomposition of the NASA program requirements.
- Participate in design/test/certification reviews presented to NASA.
- Review and provide feedback to Docking-related Safety Hazard reports.
- Preparation and/or review of variances, exceptions and/or waivers to NASA requirements.
- Participate in a real-time flight support role requiring knowledge of docking system and vehicle operations.
- Be responsible for the planning, development, review, and maintenance of requirements and verification plans.
- Prepare materials for system life cycle milestones.
- Work with team members to identify risks, develop risk statements, and plan risk responses.
- Work with NASA and provider test and analyses teams to develop plans and procedures.
- Review vendor submitted data and recommend NASA acceptance or provide comments.
- Coordinate with provider and NASA technical teams to ensure successful integration of docking systems.
- Define interface requirements docking systems installed on vehicles.
- Participate and/or lead working groups to resolve technical issues.
- Provide technical support to Program Office, Boards and Panel meetings.
- Work in a team environment and report to the team lead.
- Maintain a professional relationship with the NASA customer and other NASA support contractors.
- Travel as needed to other NASA centers and commercial partner facilities.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to summarize and relay technical issues in terms of risk.
- Preparation and presentation of written review packages.
- Experience working in a cross-discipline team.
- Strong mechanical system design experience.
- Experience with NASA or similar program product development and operational life cycle.
- Ability to track multiple tasks and prioritize work independently.
- Self-motivation and quick learner.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
Nice-to-haves
- BS degree in Systems, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited engineering school.
- 10+ years of related experience.
- Knowledge and work experience in a Systems Engineering role in a NASA, DoD, or Aerospace environment.
- Experience with aerospace docking systems and docking operations.
- Working knowledge of Orion, Gateway, Commercial Crew, Shuttle, and/or International Space Station design development.
- Experience with requirements development, flow down, and management.
- Experience with verification and validation definition, execution, and closure.
- Familiarity with requirements management software and systems engineering tools.
Benefits
- Excellent personal and professional career growth.
- 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable.
- Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).
