System Engineer for Lunar Surface Camera (ADV000ASZ) J

Aerodyne Industries LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerodyne Industries seeks a System Engineer for Lunar Surface Camera in Houston, TX. You will manage engineering projects related to human space exploration, supporting NASA missions and contributing to significant advancements in space technology. Ideal candidates will have a background in systems engineering with strong project management skills, able to work onsite with a collaborative team.

Benefits

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

Onsite cafeteria

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in systems engineering.
• Knowledge of SE&I processes and methodologies.
• Experience working in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Lunar Camera Surface for Extravehicular Activity Program.
• Assist in project scheduling, procurement, and system requirements documentation.
• Conduct product lifecycle reviews and ensure compliance through verification.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Project Management

Risk Management

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Documentation Preparation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

DOORS Next Generation

Job description

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Job Title

System Engineer for Lunar Surface Camera (ADV000ASZ) J

Job Description

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 deliver small business agility combined with large corporation capabilities. Our clients include NASA, supporting missions to the Moon and Mars, as well as the Missile Defense Agency and Department of Defense. Join us and be part of projects shaping our future in space exploration.

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a diverse and dedicated team? If yes, we want you!

We seek your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve inspiring goals. Bring your creative ideas and diverse background to help us develop systems enabling space exploration while benefiting Earth. We are excited about our work and need you as we take on challenges for NASA’s deep space missions, working across US centers.

Position Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a System Engineer for Lunar Surface Camera to join Aerodyne.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Lunar Camera Surface for the Extravehicular Activity and Human Surface Mobility Program (EHP).
• Assist in engineering project scheduling, procurement, budgeting, and system requirements documentation.
• Develop and support sub-project requirement and verification data packages for architecture, design, verification, validation, operations, and engineering.
• Conduct product lifecycle reviews, coordinate integration, verification, and validation activities.
• Align requirements with hardware specifications and verification processes.
• Perform system engineering functions and provide user feedback during design.
• Work with hardware ground testing and flight operations, including documentation.
• Review verification and validation reports for compliance.
• Participate in system requirements, preliminary, and critical design reviews.
• Support development of Lunar Con-Ops.
• Perform system architecture trade studies influencing electrical design and performance.
• Participate in hardware testing, verification, and operation.
• Identify risks, develop risk statements, and plan responses.
• Communicate schedule and progress to stakeholders.
• Maintain good communication and organizational skills, work effectively in teams.
• Perform other duties as required.

Note: Resumes must be submitted in month/year format to be considered.

Job Requirements

This position may be posted at multiple levels. Candidates will be considered based on experience, requirements, and business needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 5–10 years of relevant experience; licenses/certifications may be required.
• 10 years' experience in systems engineering.
• On-site presence in B44 (telework only situational).
• Knowledge of SE&I processes, methodologies, tools, including model-based systems engineering.
• Understanding of test principles, tools, and processes.
• Knowledge of space hardware design, engineering drawings, material selection.
• Ability to prepare documentation and present verbally.
• Organizational and prioritization skills, ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Experience working in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Flight Hardware and Processes.
• Experience with NASA processes (e.g., EA-023).
• Experience with DOORS Next Generation.

Benefits & Perks

We offer career growth, a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), onsite cafeteria, and more.

Additional Information

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency may be required.
• Must pass a U.S. government background check.
• Management may consider candidates at any level.

Physical & Work Environment

Primarily office environment; may involve outdoor work. Sit/stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 lbs. Standard office equipment used. Regular attendance and schedule flexibility required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other protected status.

Location

Johnson Space Center - Houston, TX 77058