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Nutanix is hiring: Computer/Human Interface Project Manager in Houston

Nutanix, Houston, TX, United States


The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future systems supplying innovative research and development; technical evaluations during the acquisition process; conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, and test; and operational support. Comprised primarily of highly trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro‑mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments.

VSD partners closely with the Human Exploration and Space Flight (HESF) Division in support of NASA customer across all aspects of human space flight. We are looking for a Computer/Human Interface Project Manager (Project Leader - Technical Project Management) to support the on‑going development of human/machine interfaces for crewed spacecraft. In this role, you will be responsible for the planning and execution of hardware build projects. As part of a project leadership team, you will be responsible for the timely delivery of specific project deliverables in accordance with project requirements (technical, cost & schedule, etc.). You will also lead and work with multi‑functional, cross‑organizational teams to design, build, test and operate complex displays, controls (stick, steering, switches, etc.), audio, video, lighting, laptops, etc., that involve how humans operate and monitor a vehicle. This role may also include managing of ground‑based or airborne test systems. You will use your innovative problem‑solving abilities as well as your strong team building and leadership skills to successfully deliver to the mission.

The selected candidate will be required to work full‑time, on‑site at NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX.

What You’ll Be Doing

Manage multiple projects through all phases of development: Proposal, Concept, Requirements, Design, Build, Assembly, Integration and Test (AI&T), Delivery, Launch, Post Launch, etc.

Work with project teams to ensure work is performed in accordance with mission/project requirements, planned budgets, schedules, and program risk posture.

Manage roadblocks, workarounds and unexpected events on projects to maintain optimal technical, cost and schedule performance.

Create and maintain strong working relationships and lines of communication with both internal/external customers and other team member organizations.

Work with assigned teams to develop project cost and schedule plans for new business proposals; work with Aerospace estimating and contracts teams to ensure compliant submission of new business proposals.

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related technical discipline

6+ years of increasingly responsible, related professional experience.

Experience working in a hardware engineering role.

Experience in team leadership, project management, project planning and/or project execution.

Willingness to occasionally travel and to work off‑business hours to support customer needs, approximately 10% (as required)

This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or closely related field

Knowledge and understanding of procurement, property and business practices desirable

Experience with Microsoft Project or other project management tools

Leadership Competencies

Operate Strategically

Lead Change

Engage with Impact

Foster Innovation

Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry‑leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company‑paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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In Summary: The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise . The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future systems supplying innovative research and development . The selected candidate will be required to work full‑time, on‑site at NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX .

En Español: La Aerospace Corporation es el socio confiable de los programas espaciales nacionales, resolviendo los problemas más difíciles y proporcionando una experiencia técnica incomparable. Como operador de un centro de investigación y desarrollo financiado por la federación (FFRDC), estamos ampliamente comprometidos en todos los aspectos del espacio entregando soluciones innovadoras que abarcan sistemas satélite, lanzamiento, tierra y cibernéticos para defensa, clientes civiles y comerciales. Cuando se une a nuestro equipo, formará parte de una colección especial de solucionadores de problemas, líderes mentales e innovadores. Únase a nosotros y tome su lugar en el espacio. Buscamos un Gerente de Proyecto de Interfaz Computacional/Humana (Project Leader - Technical Project Management) para apoyar el desarrollo continuo de interfaces humanas / mecánicas para las naves espaciales tripuladas. En este papel, usted será responsable de la planificación y ejecución de proyectos de construcción de hardware. Como parte del equipo de liderazgo del proyecto, será responsable por la entrega oportuna de resultados específicos del proyecto de acuerdo con los requisitos del proyecto (técnicos, costos y horarios, etc.). También liderará y trabajará con equipos multifuncionales trans-organizaciones para diseñar, construir, probar y operar pantallas complejas, controles (stick, dirección, interruptores, etc.), audio, video, iluminación, computadoras portátiles, etc., que involucren a humanos y monitorean un vehículo. Este rol también puede incluir la gestión de sistemas de prueba basados en tierra o La creación de proyectos. Gestionar los obstáculos, soluciones de trabajo y eventos inesperados en proyectos para mantener un rendimiento técnico óptimo, costo y horario. Crear y mantener fuertes relaciones laborales y líneas de comunicación con clientes internos / externos y otras organizaciones miembros del equipo. Trabajar con equipos asignados para desarrollar costos de proyecto y planificar planes para nuevas propuestas comerciales; trabajar con equipos estimadores y contratistas Aerospace para garantizar la presentación conforme de nuevas propuestas empresariales. Lo que necesita para ser exitoso Requisitos mínimos: Licenciatura en ingeniería eléctrica, ingeniería aeroespacial o disciplina técnica relacionada 6+ años de experiencia profesional cada vez más responsable y relacionada. Experiencia trabajando en una función de ingeniería de hardware. Cómo puedes destacar sería impresionante si tienes uno o más de los siguientes títulos: Grado avanzado (Masters o Ph.D.) en Ingeniería Eléctrica, Ingenieria Aeroespacial o campo estrechamente relacionado Conocimiento y comprensión de las compras, propiedades y prácticas empresariales deseables Experiencia con Microsoft Proyecto u otras herramientas de gestión de proyectos Competencias de liderazgo Operar estratégicamente Cambio de Liderazgo Participar con el impacto fomentando la innovación Deliver resultados Recompensamos a nuestros empleados Durante su proceso de entrevista, nuestro equipo proporcionará detalles sobre nuestras ventajas líderes del sector. Los beneficios varían y son aplicables según el tipo de trabajo. Algunos aspectos destacados incluyen: planes completos de salud y bienestar Fiestas pagadas, horas de enfermedad y vacaciones Estándares y horarios de trabajo alternativos, incluyendo opciones de teletrabajo 401k) Esta creencia fundamental nos empodera a hacer nuestro mejor trabajo en The Aerospace Corporation. Compromiso de Igualdad de Oportunidades La Corporación Aeroespacial es un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades. Todos los solicitantes calificados recibirán consideración para el empleo y no serán discriminados sobre la base de raza, edad, sexo (incluidos embarazo, parto y condiciones médicas relacionadas), orientación sexual, género, identidad o expresión de género , color, religión, información genética, estado civil, ascendencia, origen nacional, estatus veterano protegido, discapacidad física, condición médica, incapacidad mental o estatus de discapacidad y cualquier otra característica protegida por ley estatal o federal.