Spacecraft System Safety Lead — Flexible Schedule

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 212,264 - 264,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Flexible schedule

Learning opportunities

Job summary

The NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory is seeking a Spacecraft System Safety Manager in Pasadena, California. In this critical role, you will manage a team responsible for ensuring the safety of various flight and institutional projects while overseeing compliance with NASA and Air Force requirements.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and possess strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. Competitive compensation ranges from $212,264 to $264,992 annually, along with diverse benefits focused on work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years related experience for Bachelor's degree.
• Strong expertise in System Safety Engineering.
• Ability to anticipate and mitigate problems.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of System Safety Engineers.
• Monitor technical and operational safety requirements.
• Support the new business needs, drafting proposals and budgets.

Skills

Leadership ability

Decision-making

Communication

Problem solving

Strategic leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related

Master's degree - 10 years experience

PhD - 8 years experience

Tools

System Safety standards

Project Management

Job description

The NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory is seeking a Spacecraft System Safety Manager in Pasadena, California. In this critical role, you will manage a team responsible for ensuring the safety of various flight and institutional projects while overseeing compliance with NASA and Air Force requirements.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and possess strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. Competitive compensation ranges from $212,264 to $264,992 annually, along with diverse benefits focused on work-life balance.