Systems Engineer - Space Nuclear Propulsion

1w1 week ago

Amentum

Huntsville, US · Full-time · $140,000 – $180,000

About this role

This role provides systems engineering and integration support plus technical leadership to NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate, Technology Demonstration Missions Program, and Space Nuclear Propulsion subproject. Personnel work closely with Project Managers and Leads, coordinating across Agency Mission Directorates and Centers. They lead development of key systems engineering products for SNP technical maturation.

Support includes guidance on programmatic processes, documentation, and systems engineering planning. Provide assessments and recommendations on processes affecting performance. Respond to technical and management issues for Nuclear Thermal Propulsion and Nuclear Electric Propulsion efforts.

Join a team of 10 companies united on the Moon to Mars mission and beyond. People are at the heart of the business, reflecting diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Expect dignity and respect among people, clients, and partners.

Grow with professional development like Team Lead Academy, education reimbursement, and mentoring. Enjoy wellness programs, paid holidays, paid time off, employee perks, and flexible schedules. Pursue a balanced life with comprehensive well-being support.

Requirements

Experience in systems engineering and integration for space propulsion projects
Knowledge of Nuclear Thermal Propulsion and Nuclear Electric Propulsion technologies
Familiarity with NASA systems engineering processes and documentation
Ability to provide technical leadership and programmatic guidance
Skills in developing systems engineering products like requirements and interface documents
Proficiency in conducting independent technical assessments and analyses
Understanding of space technology mission directorate operations

Responsibilities

Provide guidance and support in developing programmatic processes, documentation, process definition, and systems engineering management activities
Enable and aid development of systems engineering activities and products
Conduct assessments, independent analyses, and recommendations on systems engineering processes and documentation
Provide guidance in response to systems, technical, and management questions or issues affecting performance
Develop and document key systems engineering products for SNP technical maturation
Support integration with Agency-level Mission Directorates and Centers
Lead maturation efforts for Nuclear Thermal Propulsion and Nuclear Electric Propulsion systems