Space Instrument Systems Engineer for NASA Mission

George Mason University; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University in Fairfax, VA, seeks an Instrument Systems Engineer sponsored by the NASA Landolt mission. You will contribute to payload instrument design, assembly, integration, and testing for a space-based platform, while collaborating with a diverse team across departments and partners.

The role requires a PhD in a relevant field, knowledge of NASA procedures, and strong programming skills (Python/C).

Qualifications

• PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field (Required)
• MS/PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field with an emphasis on space systems development (Preferred)
• Knowledge of NASA procedures and practices (Required)
• Knowledge of space system development, integration, and testing (Required)

Responsibilities

• Co-manage daily operations and resource utilization with mission leadership.
• Develop, integrate, and test structural, embedded, electronic, and software components for engineering demonstration units and flight hardware.
• Carry out system assembly, integration, and testing in compliance with NASA requirements.
• Write technical reports, progress reviews, and papers for journals/conferences.

Skills

Space systems development knowledge

Python programming

C programming

Linux experience

Education

PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field

MS/PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field with an emphasis on space systems development

Job description

George Mason University in Fairfax, VA, seeks an Instrument Systems Engineer sponsored by the NASA Landolt mission. You will contribute to payload instrument design, assembly, integration, and testing for a space-based platform, while collaborating with a diverse team across departments and partners.

The role requires a PhD in a relevant field, knowledge of NASA procedures, and strong programming skills (Python/C).