Systems Engineer for SLS Upper Stage (ES3)

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

The Systems Engineer will provide systems engineering, requirements management, verification and validation (V&V) coordination, and element-level integration support to the MSFC Systems Design and Verification Branch (EV72) for the Space Launch System (SLS) Upper Stage Office (USO). The role coordinates with multiple engineering disciplines, system and cross-program elements, customers, NASA organizations, contractor partners, ground systems, Orion and payload stakeholders. It supports reviews, meetings, working groups, task teams, and trade studies, and helps develop and execute operational concepts, system requirements, verification strategies, and interface integration activities throughout the Upper Stage lifecycle. The position serves as an engineering liaison between the Upper Stage element and its stakeholders, translating mission objectives and operational needs into engineering solutions. Its goal is to help deliver an integrated, verifiable, operationally ready Upper Stage element that supports safe and efficient launch vehicle processing, launch operations, and mission execution. The role is based in an office environment and includes extended computer and desk work, technical meetings, and occasional domestic travel to NASA Centers, contractor facilities, customer locations, and integration test sites (approximately 0–20%, depending on mission and test requirements). Normal work hours are 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; minimal overtime may be required to meet milestones and technical demands.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering or a related field.
At least 3 years of aerospace industry experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen and have a STAR ID.
Experience with systems engineering processes, including requirements development and allocation, verification planning and objectives, verification matrices, and verification implementation.
Experience with Digital Engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as DOORS Next Generation, Jira, MagicDraw, or similar tools.
Experience developing, integrating, and implementing complex aerospace or space systems.
Experience interpreting engineering drawings, interface control documents, configuration documentation, and technical specifications.
Strong oral, written, interpersonal, customer engagement, and presentation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods and sit for extended periods during meetings and desk work.
Ability to use stairs or elevators to access floors and buildings at NASA and company facilities.
Regular attendance is required; adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Degree from an ABET-accredited university.
Experience developing plans, procedures, and operational concepts for spacecraft or launch vehicle systems.
Experience supporting spacecraft, payload, launch vehicle, or ground operations.
Understanding of launch vehicle systems definition, functional requirements development, and design integration.
Experience with NASA and/or MSFC spacecraft, launch vehicle development, ground processing, and ground support equipment.
Familiarity with NASA Systems Engineering policies and processes and SLS Program operations.
MBSE certification, such as OMG-Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP).

Responsibilities

Provide systems engineering and interface integration support for SLS Upper Stage design, development, and operations.
Develop, assess, and integrate operational requirements across lifecycle phases, including manufacturing, transportation, receiving inspection, ground processing, stacking, integrated test and checkout (ITCO), launch preparation, and mission support.
Support development and maintenance of Operations and Maintenance Requirements and Specifications (OMRS), Work Authorization Documents (WADs), interface requirements, verification plans, and operational procedures.
Coordinate with NASA Centers, contractors, payload customers, and ground systems organizations to define and implement operational concepts, requirements, and integration strategies.
Support technical analyses, trade studies, risk assessments, and decision package development for the USO Chief Engineer and Lead Systems Engineer.
Coordinate with Safety and Mission Assurance (S&MA) organizations to identify, assess, and resolve hazards and operational concerns.
Support and/or lead technical integration activities across NASA Centers, engineering disciplines, and contractor organizations.
Document and control the integrated architecture using interface requirement documents, interface control documents, functional schematics, verification artifacts, technical reports, and briefing packages.
Identify, communicate, and manage technical and operational risks through the NASA Risk Management System.
Support process improvement initiatives, affordability studies, mission readiness assessments, and efforts to improve system operability, integration effectiveness, and lifecycle cost.
Travel occasionally to NASA Centers, contractor facilities, customer locations, and integration test sites as mission and test requirements dictate.
Communicate clearly and accurately, interact professionally with coworkers, management, and clients, work independently with minimal supervision, and exercise sound judgment.
Operate a personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment.