ADV000CIW Senior Systems Engineer, Pressurized Lunar Rover (A)
FAMU National Alumni Association, Houston, TX, United States
Senior Systems Engineer, Pressurized Lunar Rover (A)
Aerodyne Industries is a dynamic, rapidly growing engineering and information technology services firm headquartered on Florida's exciting Space Coast. With locations throughout the US, we take pride in delivering small‑business agility with large‑corporation capabilities. Our clients rely on us to prepare NASA’s missions to the Moon and Mars and to defend our nation supporting the Missile Defense Agency and Department of Defense. Join the adventure of a lifetime by becoming a teammate with Aerodyne Industries and work on projects that will define our future.
Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a 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. 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.
NASA JSC Engineering is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Senior Systems Engineer on the Pressurized Lunar Rover project. In this position you will work closely with the Lead Systems Engineer, the Project Systems Engineering team, and internal, external and international stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering, system integration, risk management, and testing & verification. Flexibility will be key as responsibilities may evolve through various lifecycle phases.
Responsibilities
Serve as a Senior Systems Engineer for the Pressurized Lunar Rover, acting as the technical lead for requirements and MBSE activities across the SE team.
Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior and mid‑level systems engineers, ensuring consistent application of systems engineering best practices.
Lead requirements development, allocation, flow‑down, and traceability across Pressurized Lunar Rover systems and subsystems.
Develop, review, and maintain system and subsystem specifications, including Interface Requirements Documents (IRDs) and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
Own and manage requirements baselines using tools such as Jama and DOORS Next Generation (DNG).
Apply Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methods to support architecture definition, functional decomposition, interface definition, and requirements traceability.
Ensure requirements are clear, verifiable, and testable, and aligned with project architecture and mission objectives.
Lead the development and review of verification plans, matrices, and reports.
Coordinate with integration, discipline, and test engineers to resolve requirements issues and close verification gaps.
Support major life‑cycle reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.) from a requirements, MBSE, and verification perspective.
Participate in technical decision‑making, trade studies, and risk assessments impacting requirements and system architecture.
Qualifications
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering; a related master’s degree is preferred.
10-15 years of experience in systems engineering for complex aerospace or spaceflight systems.
Demonstrated experience in system architecture development, requirements definition, allocation, and management.
Experience supporting certification of human spaceflight hardware or similarly rigorous safety‑critical systems.
Strong understanding of risk management, verification, and validation, including requirements‑based verification planning.
Hands‑on experience with requirements management tools such as Jama and IBM DOORS / DOORS Next Generation (DNG).
Practical experience applying Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools (e.g., SysML‑based modeling).
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Familiarity with SharePoint and Microsoft Office products.
Requisition Preferences
Experience in spaceflight systems engineering, including successful delivery of spaceflight hardware through qualification and acceptance.
Experience serving as a senior contributor or technical lead within a systems engineering team.
Working knowledge of NASA and JSC systems engineering standards and practices, including safety and human‑rating requirements, fault tolerance and reliability principles, discipline‑specific integration considerations.
Familiarity with NASA/JSC documentation repositories, configuration‑controlled databases, and standard systems engineering products.
Prior experience supporting or participating in program‑level technical review boards (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR).
Benefits
Excellent personal and professional career growth.
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable.
On‑site cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).
Additional benefits available.
Additional Information
Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency may be required.
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
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 the 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 or hazard to employees or others.
U.S. EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
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Aerodyne Industries is a dynamic, rapidly growing engineering and information technology services firm headquartered on Florida's exciting Space Coast. With locations throughout the US, we take pride in delivering small‑business agility with large‑corporation capabilities. Our clients rely on us to prepare NASA’s missions to the Moon and Mars and to defend our nation supporting the Missile Defense Agency and Department of Defense. Join the adventure of a lifetime by becoming a teammate with Aerodyne Industries and work on projects that will define our future.
Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a 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. 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.
NASA JSC Engineering is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Senior Systems Engineer on the Pressurized Lunar Rover project. In this position you will work closely with the Lead Systems Engineer, the Project Systems Engineering team, and internal, external and international stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering, system integration, risk management, and testing & verification. Flexibility will be key as responsibilities may evolve through various lifecycle phases.
Responsibilities
Serve as a Senior Systems Engineer for the Pressurized Lunar Rover, acting as the technical lead for requirements and MBSE activities across the SE team.
Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior and mid‑level systems engineers, ensuring consistent application of systems engineering best practices.
Lead requirements development, allocation, flow‑down, and traceability across Pressurized Lunar Rover systems and subsystems.
Develop, review, and maintain system and subsystem specifications, including Interface Requirements Documents (IRDs) and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
Own and manage requirements baselines using tools such as Jama and DOORS Next Generation (DNG).
Apply Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methods to support architecture definition, functional decomposition, interface definition, and requirements traceability.
Ensure requirements are clear, verifiable, and testable, and aligned with project architecture and mission objectives.
Lead the development and review of verification plans, matrices, and reports.
Coordinate with integration, discipline, and test engineers to resolve requirements issues and close verification gaps.
Support major life‑cycle reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.) from a requirements, MBSE, and verification perspective.
Participate in technical decision‑making, trade studies, and risk assessments impacting requirements and system architecture.
Qualifications
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering; a related master’s degree is preferred.
10-15 years of experience in systems engineering for complex aerospace or spaceflight systems.
Demonstrated experience in system architecture development, requirements definition, allocation, and management.
Experience supporting certification of human spaceflight hardware or similarly rigorous safety‑critical systems.
Strong understanding of risk management, verification, and validation, including requirements‑based verification planning.
Hands‑on experience with requirements management tools such as Jama and IBM DOORS / DOORS Next Generation (DNG).
Practical experience applying Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools (e.g., SysML‑based modeling).
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Familiarity with SharePoint and Microsoft Office products.
Requisition Preferences
Experience in spaceflight systems engineering, including successful delivery of spaceflight hardware through qualification and acceptance.
Experience serving as a senior contributor or technical lead within a systems engineering team.
Working knowledge of NASA and JSC systems engineering standards and practices, including safety and human‑rating requirements, fault tolerance and reliability principles, discipline‑specific integration considerations.
Familiarity with NASA/JSC documentation repositories, configuration‑controlled databases, and standard systems engineering products.
Prior experience supporting or participating in program‑level technical review boards (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR).
Benefits
Excellent personal and professional career growth.
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable.
On‑site cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).
Additional benefits available.
Additional Information
Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency may be required.
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
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 the 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 or hazard to employees or others.
U.S. EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
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