Systems Engineer - Interface Control Documents (SME2)

About the role

Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) is seeking a Systems Engineer to own Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for the Space Launch System (SLS) program's interfaces with the Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) program and others. The position supports the SLS Lead Systems Engineer on behalf of the Systems Design & Definition Branch (EV72) and involves interface control document ownership, digital engineering tools, reviews, Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) and trade studies.

Key responsibilities

• Provide system functional design and integration support for the SLS program, controlling the integrated system architecture through documents and deliverables.
• Perform technical integration across multiple NASA Centers and engineering disciplines such as propulsion, structures, avionics, power, guidance and navigation, flight software and human engineering.
• Develop digital engineering tools for managing baselines, traces and verification tracking.
• Plan strategically and negotiate resolution of open requirements and design issues to close TBDs and TBRs within schedule.
• Lead and support the development of key system engineering products for SLS milestones and their reviews.
• Support integration between SLS, EGS, Element and Prime Contractor teams for the SLS LSE and Chief Engineer.
• Contribute to the SLS-to-Ground Systems Development and Operations Program Interface Control Document (Volumes 1 to 13) and special studies requested by EV72.
• Help resolve SLS-EGS issues such as hardware or software design, bandwidth and C&DH, and assist in evaluating verification closure data.

Required profile

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace or Systems Engineering or a related field (ABET-accredited preferred); typically equivalent to a Master's with 18 years of experience or a Bachelor's with 20 years.
• At least 13 years of experience in systems engineering and integration, requirements management, system architecture definition, functional design and design integration.
• Experience working across organizational boundaries and engineering disciplines to resolve vehicle and propulsion integration issues.
• Excellent oral, written and customer relations skills; self-directed, able to work independently and take lead roles in requirements management, verification and validation planning.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship required.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Working knowledge of digital engineering tools such as databases (DNG), MagicDraw and Power VI.
• Desired: knowledge of the SLS program and Element interfaces, relational database requirements management, Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), NASA verification policies and procedures, verification strategy development, and launch vehicle program planning and oversight of prime contractor production, test and certification.

Work environment: office, 7:30-4:30 Monday to Friday, with occasional domestic travel (5%) and minimal overtime; proof of U.S. citizenship required.