Command and Data Handling System Engineer (ADV000A6T) A

Aerodyne Industries LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and rapidly growing engineering firm dedicated to human space exploration. As a Command and Data Handling System Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting NASA's Gateway Program, working on cutting-edge projects that aim to return to the Moon. Collaborate with a passionate team to review designs, optimize network protocols, and ensure the reliability of critical systems. This opportunity offers excellent career growth, a flexible work schedule, and the chance to contribute to groundbreaking missions that shape our future in space exploration. Don't miss out on being part of this adventure!

Benefits

9/80 Work Schedule

Onsite Cafeteria

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in systems engineering with a focus on space systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; knowledge of cybersecurity and network protocols is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Gateway Command and Data Handling System for lunar missions.
• Conduct performance and reliability analysis, and manage integration and validation activities.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Risk Management

Cybersecurity Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Model-Based Systems Engineering

Ethernet Network Architecture

Avionics Protocols (MIL 1553, RS232, RS422, RS485, SpaceWire)

Job description

Command and Data Handling System Engineer (ADV000A6T) A - (1387)

Job Title

Command and Data Handling System Engineer (ADV000A6T) 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 list of clients count 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 passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Command and Data Handling System Engineer to join the team with Aerodyne.

The Command and Data Handling System Engineer will:

1. Support the Gateway Command and Data Handling (C&DH) System, a critical sub-system of the Gateway Program which will return to the Moon.
2. Review designs and develop models for performance and reliability analysis.
3. Work with Ethernet and internet protocols to optimize Quality of Service, end systems, network switches, and wireless design.
4. Support cybersecurity efforts, including applying NIST 800-53 standards.
5. Conduct product life cycle reviews, coordinate integration, verification, and validation activities.
6. Work with requirements to align with hardware specifications while understanding the verifications.
7. Perform system engineering functions of projects and provide user input feedback during the design process.
8. Work with ground testing and flight operations testing of hardware with end item documentation.
9. Participate and contribute to system requirements reviews, preliminary design reviews and critical design reviews.
10. Perform and review system level architecture trade studies and analyses that will influence the overall electrical design and performance.
11. Experience with Technical Review Boards (TRB) and Lifecycle reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.)
12. Work with team members and leads to identify risks, develop risk statements, and plan risk responses.
13. Review and be main POC for the NASA C&DH Subsystems towards COFR (Certification or Flight Readiness) activities.
14. Perform other duties as required.
15. Must have good communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

Job Requirements

1. Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and normally possess 5-10 years of related experience.
2. BS degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering school.
3. 12 years of relevant experience in systems engineering.
4. Knowledge of space systems, aerospace engineering, or software development.
5. Knowledge and understanding of SE&I processes, methodologies, tools and technologies including model-based systems engineering.
6. Must have understanding of ethernet network architecture and network hardware technology Layer 2 and Layer 3.
7. Must have understanding of interfaces protocols applicable in Avionics such as MIL 1553, Serial RS232/RS422/RS485, SpaceWire.
8. Knowledge of test principles, tools, and processes needed to develop test requirements.
9. Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings.
10. Experience working in a team environment.

Why Join Our Team?

1. Excellent personal and professional career growth.
2. 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable.
3. Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).
4. Much, much more!

Additional Information

1. Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
2. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Location

Johnson Space Center - Houston, TX 77058 US (Primary)