Human Spaceflight Systems Engineering and Integration Risk Management Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Building on The Aerospace Corporation's reputation as a trusted, impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success, the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technical expertise with market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. CSG is organized by core customer-facing lines of business to manage and grow programs within the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), United States Geological Survey (USGS), and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules, regulations, processes, values, and behaviors. Within CSG, the Human Exploration and Spaceflight (HESF) Division supports our NASA customer in all aspects of human space flight and program office activities. We are seeking a Human Spaceflight Systems Engineering and Integration Risk Management Engineer (Member of Technical Staff/Project Engineer – Systems Engineering) for the Pressurized Rover Project. The person selected for the position will be leading and integrating the Human Exploration & Space Flight (HESF) divisions support to NASA’s EVA and Surface Mobility Program. The HESF division is an organization of engineers providing technical and acquisition expertise along with critical recommendations to NASA’s human space flight and space technology enterprise customer to achieve mission success across a large portfolio of space, ground, and user segments. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at Johnson Space Center in Houston TX. What You'll Be Doing Participate in Artemis program risk working groups representing the Pressurized Rover project Implement Pressurized Rover risk management processes throughout the lifecycle of the project Ensure effective horizontal and vertical integration of risks Provide recommendations for approval, acceptance, closure, and escalation of top risks Prompt risk owners to periodically review risk mitigation plans for effectiveness Facilitate the transfer of Pressurized Rover identified risk to the appropriate organization Provide training to risk owners and integrators on how to assess, view, create, and edit risks Collect and report risk metrics to the pressurized Rover management team Obtain training on risk informed decision-making Facilitate training of risk owners on JAXA, NASA and Pressurized Rover risk systems Assist risk owners and Pressurized Rover management on implementing risk decision-making and CRM practices into the Pressurized Rover project Facilitate the handling of and manage the escalation of risk from concerns and watch items to risk respectively for action Be cognizant of project, program, and center risks systems and functions Ensure completeness of closure and acceptable rationale Evaluate project office candidate risks Assist risk submitters to create risk with scoring Update risk handling mitigation planning of risk with the project office Serve as the risk management plan book owner Provide technical and programmatic risk management and coordination across multiple organizations, including both customer and contract personnel for cross program EHP SEI risks Develop periodic status reports and presentations and provide integrated risk overview and mitigation strategies Establish and maintain effective working relationships with customer leadership What You Need to be Successful – Member of Technical Staff- Systems Engineering Minimum Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in engineering/science or another applicable STEM area At least 3 years of progressively responsible professional engineering/scientific experience Experience with NASA S&MA and Risk Management processes Effective interpersonal skills and integration skills Willingness to travel domestically approximately 10% This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.  In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Project Engineer- Systems Engineering include: A bachelor’s degree in engineering/science or another applicable STEM area At least 6 years of progressively responsible professional engineering/scientific experience Experience in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues on human spacecraft systems Familiarity with EVA and planetary surface systems, requirements, and interfaces Strong team leadership and coordination abilities How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: An advanced degree in engineering/science or another applicable STEM area More than 6 years of progressively responsible professional engineering/scientific experience Proven ability to interact effectively with government and contractor personnel Demonstrated expertise successfully working across multiple organizations that contribute to mission success Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. 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A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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