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NASA Lunar Gateway Flight Software Architect & Systems Engineer in Houston

Energy Jobline ZR, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Flight Software Architect and Systems Engineer – LZ Technology (LZT) LZ Technology (LZT) is seeking seasoned Flight Software Architect and Systems Engineer to support NASA’s Lunar Gateway program. The Gateway will orbit the Moon, serving as a hub for lunar missions and deep space exploration. This role focuses on leading technical efforts in flight software architecture, autonomous systems, and data engineering across multiple vehicle systems.

Key Responsibilities Lead design and analysis of flight software systems, data flow, and autonomous behaviors

Evaluate and communicate software architecture concepts and implementation strategies

Analyze system‑level and device‑level data flow, throughput, and adaptive data management

Perform systems engineering across vehicle subsystems and ground support domains

Support manual and autonomous mission planning for flight operations

Coordinate flight software issues across programs and engineering teams

Interface with NASA, international partners, and contractors

Participate in program reviews and provide feedback on software design and risks

Support verification and validation activities, including root cause analysis

Required Qualifications U.S. or Permanent

B.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

10–15 years of experience in systems engineering and/or software systems engineering

Expertise in software architecture and common frameworks

Strong data analysis skills

Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Skills & Experience M.S./PhD in relevant engineering discipline

Experience integrating data products with software

Background in human‑rated, safety‑critical flight software

Knowledge of autonomous systems, distributed systems, fault management, and mission planning

Familiarity with Time‑Triggered Ethernet (TTE)

Experience with cybersecurity assessments for embedded systems

Proven ability to coordinate technical issues across engineering teams

Please Note We are currently identifying top talent for potential roles supporting NASA’s Moon to Mars mission. While this position is in the early stages of recruitment, we are proactively conducting candidate outreach and preliminary screenings. If you’re passionate about space exploration and eager to contribute to this groundbreaking initiative, we encourage you to apply now to be considered once the role is finalized.

About LZT LZT is an emerging engineering and technical services firm supporting government programs including NASA, NSF, and DoD, as well as commercial clients. We foster innovation, continuous improvement, and a culture built on leadership, safety, quality, and creativity.

LZT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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