Systems Engineer (NASA LTVS Contingent)
About The Position
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team. We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support our NASA Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) program. This role will play a key part in coordinating system-level activities, verification, and compliance across multiple areas as LTV efforts ramp up alongside the FLIP program. The Systems Engineer will act as a bridge between engineering, certification, and program management to ensure alignment with NASA standards, rapid development cycles, and mission-level objectives. Employment in this role is contingent on Astrolab being selected as a winner of NASA’s LTVS program, scheduled for announcement on November 15, 2025.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline
- 5+ years of experience in systems engineering practices applied to spacecraft systems
- Knowledge of NASA systems engineering practices
- Technical proficiency in one or more of the spacecraft subsystems
- Experience with rapid spiral development methodologies
- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with JIRA or similar requirements-tracking tools
Responsibilities
- Support hands-on system-level integration and verification activities
- Coordinate requirement tracking, compliance documentation, and performance validation
- Engage with engineering and certification teams to maintain design traceability and alignment
- Apply experience with NASA programs, standards, and handbooks
- Understand each of NASA’s SRD requirements and document verification methods
- Track and document the verification of each requirement
- Analyze the 15 LTV performance metrics and collaborate with engineering to maintain a consistent chain of calculations
- Document and track key parameters that trace system requirements into the design
- Analyze interface requirements documents and establish verification methods
- Use computer tools to publish and maintain verification records
- Capture, report, and analyze quality objective data
- Participate in management review meetings and internal or external audits
- Manage documentation and train team members in this process
- Support goals and objectives of AS9100
Benefits
- Work with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
- Ownership in the company
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with matching
- Flexible time off and parental leave
- On-site snacks, beverages, and 2x weekly lunches
- Flexible work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
