xEVA Systems Engineer

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

Job summary

Barrios Technology, Houston, TX, seeks an xEVA Systems Engineer to join our NASA-focused engineering team. You will apply SE principles and lead system integration activities for the xEVA program, including verification plans and ICDs, while collaborating with NASA and international partners.

The role requires a BS in Engineering with 10+ years of experience, strong communication, and proficiency in MS Office and systems engineering tools.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering with 10+ years of experience.
• Applied knowledge of product life cycle development and systems engineering practices.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).

Responsibilities

• Apply expertise in systems engineering principles to establish and perform systems integration activities.
• Manage integration of Verification and Validation Plans, Interface Requirements Documents, and Interface Control Documents for the xEVA Program.
• Utilize understanding of the NASA human spaceflight program life cycle to perform xEVA system integration activities, including authoring/reviewing documents.
• Establish and lead relationships with NASA leads, system managers, commercial teammates, and international partners for SE&I activities.
• Mentor team members in SE&I activities: requirements identification, verification/validation, tracking, ICD development, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Provide technical SE&I knowledge during milestones and reviews to lead SE&I teams through action resolution.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Systems engineering

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

DOORS

JAMA

Cameo

MagicDraw

SharePoint

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

xEVA Systems Engineer

Job Location

US-TX-Houston

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 an xEVA Systems Engineer to 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.
• This position may require some commuting and traveling to 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.