Communication and Data Handling System Lead (BT-26069)
Bastion Technologies, Inc., Houston, TX, United States
Communication & Data Handling System Lead
Occupying a key role in the space program located in Houston, TX.
Responsibilities
Serve as the C&DH Section Lead supporting the Surface Exploration Avionics Lab (SEAL), focusing on planning, requirements analysis, design, acquisition, setup, configuration testing, operation, deployment, performance assurance and maintenance of C&DH ground test and emulation systems used to verify and validate the functionality and interoperability of Lunar Surface C&DH systems.
Generates and/or applies theories, principles, practical concepts, processes, and systems related to the science of electrical/electronics engineering and traditional engineering science disciplines, physical science disciplines, advanced mathematics, computer science, and economics.
Researches, develops, tests, evaluates, operates, maintains, decommissions, and/or directs the fabrication, manufacture, installation and/or certification of electrical/electronic devices used in diverse technologies such as aviation, computing, transportation, commerce, manufacturing, and more.
Analyzes and studies performance requirements against diverse considerations such as safety, human factors engineering, technical risks, functionality, reliability, failure analysis, quality assurance, maintainability, affordability and environmental impact.
Performs multiple functions including planning, design, test and evaluation, cost analysis, program and project management, quality management for projects. Specific duties include:
Monitors contracted work either externally or on‑site in the contractor's facility.
Works alongside other engineers to perform various duties.
Conducts specialized studies on major computer, communication, navigation, display, radar, robot or component systems to ensure safety, suitability and effectiveness in operation, conceiving, specifying, determining, analyzing, planning, development, installation, test, modification and use of avionic systems for flight and ground applications.
This specialty includes positions that provide project management of avionic systems, leading a team to define, develop, test and deliver an avionic system; interfacing with the customer to define and negotiate technical and programmatic requirements; and planning/managing project activities to deliver products that meet technical specifications within budget and schedule.
Tasks include leading and coordinating C&DH.
Requirements development, requirements integration, DDT&E activities and trade space evaluations.
Activities within and across all Surface Exploration Architecture Emulations.
Verification development and requirements closure with Requirements, Interfaces & Verification (RIV) Team.
Inputs to and support of SEAL Integrated Analysis Cycles via:
Requirements Gap Assessment, Technical Baseline Revisions (including TBX Closure), GRAs Updates and SRR/SDR Action Item Closure.
Inputs to closure efforts for identified SEAL Risks.
Provide support to cross-discipline risks requiring input to mitigating steps or C&DH supporting analyses.
Support for SEAL Synch Reviews and Project Milestones.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
This position requires U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident status.
Must have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
Must have 5+ years of recent and related work experience.
Experience with design, development, integration, and testing of complex avionics systems.
Planning – organizes work, sets priorities, determines resource requirements, sets goals and strategies, coordinates with other organizations, monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
Demonstrated leadership roles with formal and informal authority in large engineering teams.
Written and oral communication – clear, concise, organized, and convincing communication for the intended audience.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of flight hardware and/or flight processes/paperwork.
Experience with NASA processes.
Work Location
Onsite position with a 9/80 schedule and every other Friday off; some travel may be required.
Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.
Background Investigations Required
All Bastion employees must pass a national agency check and some positions require clearance; extensive background verification is required.
Drug and Alcohol Screening Required
All Bastion employees must pass a pre-employment drug screen and are required to participate in periodic random drug and alcohol screenings.
Standard Bastion Requirements
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Must be a team player with strong work ethics and be culture oriented.
Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals and objectives.
Must be organized with good time management skills and able to work outside normal schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Generally an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs (5% of time).
Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
Bastion Benefits
Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for full‑time employees: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), and many other options. We also support career advancement through professional training and development.
Equal Opportunity 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, or other legally protected status.
Bastion participates in e-Verify.
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Occupying a key role in the space program located in Houston, TX.
Responsibilities
Serve as the C&DH Section Lead supporting the Surface Exploration Avionics Lab (SEAL), focusing on planning, requirements analysis, design, acquisition, setup, configuration testing, operation, deployment, performance assurance and maintenance of C&DH ground test and emulation systems used to verify and validate the functionality and interoperability of Lunar Surface C&DH systems.
Generates and/or applies theories, principles, practical concepts, processes, and systems related to the science of electrical/electronics engineering and traditional engineering science disciplines, physical science disciplines, advanced mathematics, computer science, and economics.
Researches, develops, tests, evaluates, operates, maintains, decommissions, and/or directs the fabrication, manufacture, installation and/or certification of electrical/electronic devices used in diverse technologies such as aviation, computing, transportation, commerce, manufacturing, and more.
Analyzes and studies performance requirements against diverse considerations such as safety, human factors engineering, technical risks, functionality, reliability, failure analysis, quality assurance, maintainability, affordability and environmental impact.
Performs multiple functions including planning, design, test and evaluation, cost analysis, program and project management, quality management for projects. Specific duties include:
Monitors contracted work either externally or on‑site in the contractor's facility.
Works alongside other engineers to perform various duties.
Conducts specialized studies on major computer, communication, navigation, display, radar, robot or component systems to ensure safety, suitability and effectiveness in operation, conceiving, specifying, determining, analyzing, planning, development, installation, test, modification and use of avionic systems for flight and ground applications.
This specialty includes positions that provide project management of avionic systems, leading a team to define, develop, test and deliver an avionic system; interfacing with the customer to define and negotiate technical and programmatic requirements; and planning/managing project activities to deliver products that meet technical specifications within budget and schedule.
Tasks include leading and coordinating C&DH.
Requirements development, requirements integration, DDT&E activities and trade space evaluations.
Activities within and across all Surface Exploration Architecture Emulations.
Verification development and requirements closure with Requirements, Interfaces & Verification (RIV) Team.
Inputs to and support of SEAL Integrated Analysis Cycles via:
Requirements Gap Assessment, Technical Baseline Revisions (including TBX Closure), GRAs Updates and SRR/SDR Action Item Closure.
Inputs to closure efforts for identified SEAL Risks.
Provide support to cross-discipline risks requiring input to mitigating steps or C&DH supporting analyses.
Support for SEAL Synch Reviews and Project Milestones.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
This position requires U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident status.
Must have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
Must have 5+ years of recent and related work experience.
Experience with design, development, integration, and testing of complex avionics systems.
Planning – organizes work, sets priorities, determines resource requirements, sets goals and strategies, coordinates with other organizations, monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
Demonstrated leadership roles with formal and informal authority in large engineering teams.
Written and oral communication – clear, concise, organized, and convincing communication for the intended audience.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of flight hardware and/or flight processes/paperwork.
Experience with NASA processes.
Work Location
Onsite position with a 9/80 schedule and every other Friday off; some travel may be required.
Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.
Background Investigations Required
All Bastion employees must pass a national agency check and some positions require clearance; extensive background verification is required.
Drug and Alcohol Screening Required
All Bastion employees must pass a pre-employment drug screen and are required to participate in periodic random drug and alcohol screenings.
Standard Bastion Requirements
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Must be a team player with strong work ethics and be culture oriented.
Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals and objectives.
Must be organized with good time management skills and able to work outside normal schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Generally an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs (5% of time).
Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
Bastion Benefits
Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for full‑time employees: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), and many other options. We also support career advancement through professional training and development.
Equal Opportunity 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, or other legally protected status.
Bastion participates in e-Verify.
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