(Job ID# ASM24SELSE449)
Location: Houston, TX
Description
AS&M has an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer - Lunar Surface Exploration / Dust Mitigation & Control to join our team with our Engineering Division.
We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews.
Responsibilities
The Systems Engineer - Lunar Surface Exploration / Dust Mitigation & Control will:
Participate in a team environment for Artemis mission development and planning, working with NASA’s Human Landing System (HLS) Partners to develop plans and technology for the mitigation, control, and management of dust contamination for lunar surface exploration.
Work will include those systems and technologies needed to prevent dust accumulation on lunar surface EVA tools and suits, as well as dust removal and control to prevent dust in the crew cabin volumes.
Contribute to mission planning with dust mitigation and control in mind.
Work in partnership with JSC lab facilities to conduct ground-based testing of dust mitigation and control methods and technologies using lunar simulant and simulated space environment, development space suits, and development lunar surface tools.
Perform insight function to assess Provider progress and hardware/software adequacy through the design, development, development testing, qualification, acceptance, certification, and flight readiness for the HLS mission.
Review/contribute to the development of HLS program documentation (plans, requirements, etc.) and relevant cross-program plans and documents (Gateway, Orion, EHP).
Support and participate in HLS Program forums, boards, and milestone reviews as well as those of Provider(s) and relevant/significant sub-contractors.
Also, participate in working groups and technical interchange meetings.
Provide HLS Program management with assessment reports and summary of findings through a monthly Insight Report.
Maintain and update the Discipline Lead Insight Plan for Dust Mitigation within Crew Compartment Office.
Participation in cross-program analysis activities, to inform requirements maturation and assess system performance & risks on a case-by-case basis.
Maintain a professional relationship with the NASA customer and other NASA support contractors.
Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications
Requisition Qualifications:
Proof of U.S. Citizenship required for this position.
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate’s experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Experience with product specifications or requirements, design or hardware analysis, development of experimental or operational procedures, risk analysis, and system analysis of critical hardware.
Prior experience working in a lab environment with development test & evaluation for engineering hardware.
Basic knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field, such as mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, and material selection.
Knowledge of systems engineering principles and associated documentation.
Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings.
Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision.
Experience working in a team environment.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
Requisition Preferences
Familiarity with NASA/JSC engineering processes.
Experience with requirements development, design trades, development of Concept of Operations, risk analysis, and system analysis of space hardware.
Familiarity with NASA EVA suits and procedures.
Familiarity with dust control and mitigation technologies.
Familiarity with NASA/JSC mission planning products.
Familiarity with the experimental design process.
Familiarity with project management of multi-disciplinary teams.
Experience in academic or industrial research in coatings or contaminants.
Prior systems engineering & integration experience roles in early program phases.
Familiarity with NASA/JSC documentation databases and share point sites as well as typical systems engineering products.
INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional certification.
Work Environment
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 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/hazard to the employee or others.
Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
How to Apply?
Details about our company are available at www.asm-usa.com.
Please e-mail your resume and submit your completed AS&M application and a detailed resume to asmjobs (at) asm-usa.com. Mention the Job ID#.
AS&M application is available at our website: https://www.asm-usa.com/apply.
*** AS&M is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer ***