xEVA Systems Engineer

Barrios Technology Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrios Technology is an engineering partner with 45+ years supporting NASA and the commercial space industry. We seek an xEVA Systems Engineer to join our team to lead systems integration for the spacesuit program and coordinate with NASA, partners, and internal teams.

The role requires a BS in Engineering with extensive SE&I experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. Candidates should be U.S. citizens prepared for travel and security screenings as needed.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of product life cycle development and systems engineering practices.
• Strong communication, integration, coordination, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).

Responsibilities

• Apply systems engineering principles to establish and perform integration activities.
• Manage the integration of V&V plans, ICDs, and interface documents for the xEVA program.
• Leverage NASA lifecycle knowledge to author and review integrated technical documents.
• Establish and lead relationships with NASA leads, system managers, and partners.
• Mentor SE&I team on requirements, verification/validation, ICD development, and testing.
• Provide SE&I expertise during major milestones and reviews.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Systems engineering

Communication

Teamwork

Task management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Barrios Technology is an engineering solutions partner with more than 45 years of experience supporting NASA and the commercial space industry. We deliver innovative engineering, software, and technology integration services across NASA centers nationwide. Barrios prides itself on a people-focused culture that values creativity, diversity, professional growth, and a healthy work–life balance.

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. 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.Currently there is an exciting opportunity for a xEVA Systems Engineerto join the team with Barrios, a teammate company.

Responsibilities

The xEVA Systems Engineer will:

• Apply expertise in systems engineering principles and techniques to establish and perform systems integration activities.
• Manage the integration of Verification and Validation Plans, Interface Requirements Documents, and Interface Control Documents for the xEVA Program, notably in the spacesuit project.
• Utilize comprehensive understanding of the NASA human spaceflight program life cycle to perform xEVA system integration activities, such as authoring and reviewing integrated technical and engineering documents.
• Establish and lead working relationships with NASA leads, system managers, commercial teammates, and international partners to perform systems integration activities.
• Mentor team members with implementation of SE&I activities such as requirements identification, verification/validation and tracking, interface definition and Interface Control Document (ICD) development, working with design organizations and cross-functional teams, supporting development, integration, certification, and verification testing.
• Provide comprehensive, technical systems knowledge and expertise during major project milestones and project reviews to lead SE&I teams through action resolution.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• BS Degree in Engineering from an accredited Engineering school, plus ten (10) years of appropriate work experience.
• Applied knowledge of product life cycle development and systems engineering practices.
• Strong working knowledge of systems engineering practices associated with the definition, design, development, verification, implementation, testing, integration, and validation of complex systems.
• Excellent communication skills (in both written and verbal), integration, coordination and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with customers and stakeholders.
• Ability to independently manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).

Preferences:

• INCOSE System Engineering Professional Certification.
• Master of Science degree in Systems Engineering or equivalent engineering.
• Knowledge of systems, tools, or initiatives that promote the digitization of the systems engineering & integration discipline, such as requirements management software (DOORS, DNG, JAMA, etc.), workflow management software (JIRA, Confluence, etc.), model-based systems engineering software (Cameo, MagicDraw, etc.), or other digital tools (SharePoint, Confluence, etc.)
• Working experience with Human Space Exploration programs (Artemis, ISS, Orion, EHP, Gateway, Moon Base, etc.).
• Experience with innovation or process improvements projects and initiatives.

Essential Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Applicant selected may be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Work may involve sitting for extended periods.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lb.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• Generally, an office environment but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.)
• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements when required.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• Thispositionmayrequiresomecommutingand travelingto other installations as needed.

Barrios Technology is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in several states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.

Barrios Technology is an Equal Employment Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.