Chief Engineer for Gateway Lab Operations GRAIL

Amentum; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to human space exploration and innovation! As the Chief Engineer for Gateway Lab Operations, you will play a pivotal role in supporting NASA's Gateway Program, ensuring high-fidelity avionics integration for critical testing facilities. This position offers the chance to work with a passionate team, tackling exciting challenges in deep space exploration while contributing to meaningful advancements on Earth. With a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth, this is an ideal role for those eager to make a difference in the aerospace industry.

Benefits

9/80 Work Schedule

Onsite Cafeteria

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in engineering roles, particularly in avionics integration.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and integration of avionics hardware and software.
• Support engineering flight project schedules and system requirements.

Skills

Engineering

Team Collaboration

Project Management

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Advanced Engineering Degree

Tools

Avionics Systems

Integration Lab Tools

Job description

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and 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. We need you to 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. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Chief Engineer for Gateway Lab Operations GRAIL to join the team with Nexus, a teammate company.

The Chief Engineer for Gateway Lab Operations GRAIL will:

1. Support the GRAIL (Gateway Ready Avionics Integration Lab), a critical testing facility of the Gateway Program which will return to the Moon.
2. Provide expertise on facility and emulator design fidelity.
3. Lead development and integration of high-fidelity avionics hardware and software for the lab.
4. Support engineering flight project schedules, procurement documentation, budgets, and system requirements documents.
5. Review integrated analysis of the GRAIL system, hardware, and software in relation to other Gateway Systems and the operational environment.
6. Participate in system requirements reviews, preliminary design reviews, and critical design reviews.
7. Review system-level architecture trade studies and analyses to influence overall facility design and performance.
8. Identify risks, develop risk statements, and plan risk responses with mitigation strategies.
9. Communicate lab fidelity to customers and present to boards/panels.
10. Perform other duties as required.
11. Maintain good communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

Requisition Qualifications:

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 minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and normally possess 5-10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.
• On-location position - situational telework only.
• Experience in development and integration of a high-fidelity integration lab.
• Understanding of electrical, mechanical, and power systems.
• Able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines with limited supervision.
• Experience working in a team environment.

Requisition Preferences:

• BS degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering school.
• Past experience with NASA.
• Experience with Avionics is a plus.

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we offer:

• Excellent personal and professional growth.
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable.
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com.

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be required.
• Must complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management can consider candidates at any level for which this position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment: Generally, an office environment, but may involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Physical Requirements: Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90%). May require lifting up to 25 lbs. (5%).

Equipment and Machines: Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance: Regular attendance as per work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal hours and adjust to meet peak periods.

Other Essential Functions: Professional behavior, grooming, and dress code appropriate for safety and safety risks.