Mclaurin Aerospace
Systems Engineer, Pressurized Lunar Rover
Mclaurin Aerospace, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to 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. We have an exciting opportunity for a
Systems Engineer, Pressurized Lunar Rover
to join our JETS II contract team at
NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX .
Responsibilities
Lead interdisciplinary teams through all phases of the Systems Engineering "V" model. Coordinate technical activities to anticipate and resolve issues, optimize requirements, and develop robust design solutions. Identify and manage technical risks; develop mitigation strategies and assess resource needs. Serve as backup to the System Manager (SM), ensuring continuity of leadership and technical oversight. Support the SM in coordinating and covering all Landing and Recovery System (LRS) meetings and tasks. Provide oversight of contractor teams working on Orion systems, as directed by the SM. Assist in integration efforts between NASA and Prime Contractor teams for the landing system. Review, develop, and approve specifications, Interface Requirements Documents (IRDs), and Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for subsystems including LRS, Mechanisms, Structures, GN&C, Pyrotechnics, and Propulsion. Review and approve verification plans and reports to ensure compliance with system requirements. Collaborate with Orion and Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) to support post-landing and recovery activities for the Crew Service Module (CSM) from an engineering technical authority perspective.
Qualifications
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate\'s experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised. Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor\'s degree in Engineering and normally possess 5-10 years of related experience. Bachelor\'s degree in engineering from an accredited institution. 5-10 years of experience in systems engineering and vehicle integration. Proven experience in system architecture, requirements development, design trades, risk analysis, and space hardware systems analysis. Experience with certification of human spaceflight hardware. Strong understanding of risk management and testing methodologies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work both collaboratively and independently. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint. Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and requirements management platforms (e.g., Jama, IBM DOORS, DOORS Next Gen).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience delivering spaceflight hardware for operational missions. Working knowledge of NASA, JSC, and ISS engineering standards and practices, including safety and fault tolerance. Familiarity with NASA/JSC documentation systems and SharePoint environments. Prior experience participating in or supporting program-level review boards.
Benefits
Competitive pay Positive work-life balance 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability 11 paid holidays annually Generous PTO 401k after 12 months of service with employer match Education assistance Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines. US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required. Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to 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. We have an exciting opportunity for a
Systems Engineer, Pressurized Lunar Rover
to join our JETS II contract team at
NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX .
Responsibilities
Lead interdisciplinary teams through all phases of the Systems Engineering "V" model. Coordinate technical activities to anticipate and resolve issues, optimize requirements, and develop robust design solutions. Identify and manage technical risks; develop mitigation strategies and assess resource needs. Serve as backup to the System Manager (SM), ensuring continuity of leadership and technical oversight. Support the SM in coordinating and covering all Landing and Recovery System (LRS) meetings and tasks. Provide oversight of contractor teams working on Orion systems, as directed by the SM. Assist in integration efforts between NASA and Prime Contractor teams for the landing system. Review, develop, and approve specifications, Interface Requirements Documents (IRDs), and Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for subsystems including LRS, Mechanisms, Structures, GN&C, Pyrotechnics, and Propulsion. Review and approve verification plans and reports to ensure compliance with system requirements. Collaborate with Orion and Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) to support post-landing and recovery activities for the Crew Service Module (CSM) from an engineering technical authority perspective.
Qualifications
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate\'s experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised. Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor\'s degree in Engineering and normally possess 5-10 years of related experience. Bachelor\'s degree in engineering from an accredited institution. 5-10 years of experience in systems engineering and vehicle integration. Proven experience in system architecture, requirements development, design trades, risk analysis, and space hardware systems analysis. Experience with certification of human spaceflight hardware. Strong understanding of risk management and testing methodologies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work both collaboratively and independently. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint. Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and requirements management platforms (e.g., Jama, IBM DOORS, DOORS Next Gen).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience delivering spaceflight hardware for operational missions. Working knowledge of NASA, JSC, and ISS engineering standards and practices, including safety and fault tolerance. Familiarity with NASA/JSC documentation systems and SharePoint environments. Prior experience participating in or supporting program-level review boards.
Benefits
Competitive pay Positive work-life balance 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability 11 paid holidays annually Generous PTO 401k after 12 months of service with employer match Education assistance Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines. US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required. Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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