Senior Systems Engineer for Space Launch Systems

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides technical leadership, operations, and systems engineering and integration support to SLS emulators for the SLS Program and NASA systems under the Amentum ESSCA contract. The role supports the SPIE Element and its sub-elements, including the Interim Cryogenic Propulsion Stage (ICPS), Launch Vehicle Stage Adapter (LVSA), and Orion Stage Adapter (OSA), coordinating with engineering disciplines, NASA Centers, program teams, and contractors across design, development, test, evaluation, assembly, integration, operations, and launch activities. The engineer provides systems and operations engineering support, assesses technical documentation and requirements, defines operational and mission requirements, and supports verification, validation, acceptance, milestone reviews, and launch operations. The role may represent SPIE operations leadership in integration boards and prepare briefings. It also involves leading or participating in task teams, working groups, trade studies, technical interchange meetings, conferences, and training, with domestic travel to NASA Centers and contractor facilities. The position is based in an office environment and requires clear written and verbal communication, professional interaction with colleagues, management, and clients, and the ability to work independently. The normal workday is 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; minimal overtime may be required. Domestic travel is less than 10%.

Requirements

A degree in aerospace, mechanical, or a related engineering field or technical discipline from an accredited university; typically a bachelor’s degree with at least 6 years of experience or a master’s degree with at least 4 years of experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen and have a STAR ID; proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
Experience leading and applying operations engineering and/or systems engineering processes and principles.
Experience in systems integration and interface definition for hardware design, development, test, integration, and/or operations.
Experience developing and managing requirements, processes, and/or procedures associated with aerospace flight and ground hardware design, development, production, test, verification, evaluation, integration, and/or operations.
Knowledge of component-level and integrated-systems verification planning and compliance criteria for ground and operational requirements and interfaces, and familiarity with generating verification compliance closure statements.
Familiarity with launch and operations simulations, day-of-launch procedures, and console support.
Ability to interface and collaborate with engineering and project management at all levels and to lead and influence consensus.
Demonstrated ability to negotiate and collaborate to resolve complex technical problems and break complex problems or issues into manageable parts.
Excellent written and oral technical communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain technical subjects to peers across engineering disciplines.
Demonstrated experience developing and delivering project-level briefings.
Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, make rational decisions, and exercise good judgment.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, accurately, and promptly, and to interact professionally with coworkers, management, and clients.
Ability to sit for extended periods, use stairs or elevators to access floors and buildings, and operate general office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of the current SLS program and working knowledge of SPIE interfaces and sub-elements.
Knowledge of Space Launch System Operations Maintenance Requirements, System (OMRS) Test and Checkout, and Verification/Validation.
Ground operations experience for Space Shuttle, International Space Station, Commercial Crew, or Expendable Launch Vehicle programs.
Experience with launch vehicle Ground Support Equipment requirements, implementation, and/or manufacturing.
Experience reading and working with engineering drawings, interface control documents, configuration documents, and/or other technical documentation.
Experience in launch vehicle technical project management or project planning.
Understanding of Design Analysis Cycle planning and execution.
Familiarity with NASA Systems Engineering policies and procedures related to technical management.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and interface with multiple engineering disciplines and system elements to support development of operations and systems engineering activities and products for the SPIE Element.
Serve as a liaison among the SPIE Element Office, SPIE Chief Engineer, SPIE Element Lead System Engineer, and SPIE Operations Element Discipline Lead Engineer to coordinate data needs and deliveries.
Provide systems engineering and operations integration support to SPIE sub-elements, including ICPS, LVSA, and OSA.
Coordinate with the Element Chief Engineer, Lead Systems Engineers team, Operations EDLE, and other NASA Centers involved in SLS, EGS, and Orion program activities.
Provide technical leadership and guidance for systems and operational engineering activities and products supporting SPIE design, development, integration, test, and launch efforts.
Provide technical insight into prime contractors’ operations engineering and other SPIE-related areas.
Assess technical documentation, including Change Requests, Requirements Change Notices, LCC Change Notices, and Work Authorization Documents.
Represent the SPIE Operations EDLE at the SPIE Operations Integration Board as needed and develop and present Division- and Department-level briefings on their behalf.
Define, develop, and evaluate flight and ground systems operational requirements and objectives, mission requirements, supportability design considerations, schedules, and technical risks.
Provide technical leadership and operations engineering on console for SLS Engineering Support Center operations and sustainment.
Support verification, validation, and acceptance of SPIE Element hardware activities.
Participate in document and milestone reviews, review evaluation planning, and internal product reviews.
Participate in hardware acceptance reviews, acceptance data package reviews, and pedigree reviews as appropriate.
Facilitate complex trade studies balancing performance, schedule, cost, and risk, and provide insight into technical feasibility, justification, and comparisons of advanced engineering and scientific concepts.
Lead or participate in task teams, working groups, Technical Interchange Meetings, conferences, and training, potentially involving travel to NASA Centers and contractor facilities.
Use established systems engineering and project management strategic processes and techniques.
Maintain regular attendance and arrange appropriate delegation of duties during absences.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays, including 11 paid holidays
Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Employee perks
Flexible schedules and the possibility of remote work a few days per week, depending on customer requirements
Professional and leadership development opportunities, including Team Lead Academy, mentoring, and company-sponsored networking events