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 Electrical Systems Engineer to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX .
If selected you will :
Review Standards Documents
- Review PR and Moon2Mars Requirements Documents
- Review ConOps Documents
- Review ICDs
- Review IDDs
- Review JAXA test plans for power subsystem
- Review Designs
- Support PR Meetings
Weekly Meetings
SRPsSRRsDesign ReviewsBi-Weekly Meetings with JAXATIMsIdentify and assess impacts / risks to power subsystem.Communicate with international partner JAXA to address perceived impacts / risks to power subsystemKey science objectives :
Chronology (Sample Return)Internal Structure (Lunar Seismometer Network)Radio Astronomy (Lunar Observatory) Mission Area :
Launch in 2029 with 10 years of operation (this is most likely delayed)Phase 1 will be focused on the south pole region while going off the pole in phase 2 to maximize the scientific return30 to 42 days crewed mission per year330 days of uncrewed exploration by remote operation from the ground per yearPerform other duties as requiredQualifications :
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 may be expected to have a related master's degree and normally possess 10-15 years of related experience.Systems Engineering experience in the following areas :Knowledge of requirements management
Knowledge of verifications (Analysis / Inspection / Testing)Knowledge of various standards (AIAA / IEEE / ISO / NIST)Knowledge of system integrationKnowledge of fault management (everything needs to be human rated)Strong verbal and written communication skills, be able to work in a team, and develop cooperative relationships with NASA, international, and commercial partnersStructural or mechanical system design experience including familiarity with design and analysis tools and testing methodsAbility to track multiple tasks and prioritize work independentlySelf-motivation and quick learner to adapt to the broad array of subjects and issues encounteredPreferred Qualifications :
Systems Engineering experience / background or a desire to learn systems engineeringEE Lead who has led electrical teams on design of systems which would have exposed the EE to various broad system areasWorking knowledge of NASA and JSC standards, practices and requirements including safety, fault tolerance, FMEAs and unique disciplines (i.e. mechanisms, Structures, Materials, etc.)Experience with using CAD tools to open and manipulate CAD models or STP files in CreoExperience in the following skill sets :Photovoltaic Array
Grid-scale secondary energy storageWireless power transmissionLow-temperature secondary battery modulesMay be good to have :Solar array standards / knowledgeEEE components standards / knowledgeReliable, Rad-hard power electronicsTransmission Cable systemPhotovoltaic Arrays, Long life, grid-scale secondary energyWireless power transmission, Low temperature secondary batteryBenefits
Competitive payPositive work-life balance100% Employer paid insurance including : Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability11 paid holidays annuallyGenerous PTO401k after 12 months of service with employer matchEducation assistanceRelocation 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.
