Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Systems Engineer - Mars Architecture Team Concept Study to join the team.
* We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. *
As a Senior Systems Engineer - Mars Architecture Team Concept Study, you will work with NASA JSC Engineering's EX2 Branch to define NASA's future exploration architecture and elements for Mars exploration. This team uses NASA's framework and architecture for future human exploration as a starting point for future studies. This team studies surface systems, future habitats, and all aspects for future Human Mars missions.
This work may include:
Develop concepts and define future human space exploration vehicles and missions
Mars surface exploration campaigns and future long term Mars surface missions will also be studied and developed
Develop and evolve conceptual vehicles by working with multi discipline teams in a highly collaborative environment
Work on architecture definitions and functional flows
Work on requirements definition, flow-down, assessment
Work on trade studies and stakeholder reviews
Summarize architecture study/trade study outcomes and present recommendations to NASA leadership
Work in a team environment and report to the team lead to provide status on progress and issues and for support
Maintain a professional relationship with the NASA customer and other NASA support contractors
Perform other duties as required
Requisition Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
As a Senior Systems Engineer - Mars Architecture Team Concept Study, you will work with NASA JSC Engineering's EX2 Branch to define NASA's future exploration architecture and elements for Mars exploration. This team uses NASA's framework and architecture for future human exploration as a starting point for future studies. This team studies surface systems, future habitats, and all aspects for future Human Mars missions.
This work may include:
Develop concepts and define future human space exploration vehicles and missions
Mars surface exploration campaigns and future long term Mars surface missions will also be studied and developed
Develop and evolve conceptual vehicles by working with multi discipline teams in a highly collaborative environment
Work on architecture definitions and functional flows
Work on requirements definition, flow-down, assessment
Work on trade studies and stakeholder reviews
Summarize architecture study/trade study outcomes and present recommendations to NASA leadership
Work in a team environment and report to the team lead to provide status on progress and issues and for support
Maintain a professional relationship with the NASA customer and other NASA support contractors
Perform other duties as required
Why Join Our Team?
In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:
Excellent personal and professional career growth
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
Much, much more!
For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
Attendance
Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
