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Jacobs Systems Engineer -SLS to Ground Interfaces in Huntsville, Alabama
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Provide engineering support for the Space Launch System (SLS) Integrated Spacecraft and Payload Evolution (ISPE) element interfaces with the Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) at Kennedy Space Center . This position directly supports the SLS to EGS Interfaces Sublead on behalf of the Systems Design & Definition Branch (EV72). This support will include participation in engineering reviews, Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), technical performance meetings, teleconferences, working groups and trade studies.
Engineering support to be performed includes:
Provide system functional design and integration support for SLS ISPE to EGS interfaces
Perform technical integration across SLS elements, diverse engineering and program organizations, and a variety of engineering disciplines such as structures, power, avionics and human engineering
Assist in the development of the interface design and negotiate resolution of open requirements, issues, and concerns to ensure closure within the corresponding organizational schedule allowance
Supply inputs to key systems engineering products for milestones and provide technical insight for these reviews and events
Assist in technical evaluations of verification closure data and rationale
Lead technical change requests through the SLS board process, including development of redline changes, disposition of comments, and briefing results to board members.
Here’s what you’ll need :
Qualifications:
Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering from an ABET accredited university or a degree in a related technical discipline synergistic with system design is required.
Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a BS with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
Candidate is required to have:·
Knowledge of complex systems engineering life cycle end-to-end development ranging from requirements development, functional design, hardware integration, and requirements verification
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, customer relation skills, and presentation skills
Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook)
Personality traits indicating a self-motivated, effective team player, familiar with working in a dynamic work environment
Candidate is desired to have:·
An understanding of the current SLS program and working knowledge of the SLS vehicle or EGS
Basic skills using requirements management database tools such as DOORS Next Generation
Experience developing and delivering executive level briefings
Negotiation skills demonstrated through technical problem solving, and the ability to breakdown problems or issues into manageable pieces
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Essential Functions
Work Environment
Office and laboratory environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%).
Physical Requirements
Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (40%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and Jacobs facilities (10%).
Equipment and Machines
Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).
Attendance
Normal workday is from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
Other Essential Functions
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
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