EVA SE&I Senior Systems Engineer

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. As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a EVA SE&I Senior Systems Engineer (PLSS / Suit Systems) to join the JETSII Contract.

This role supports the Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) efforts for the Portable Life Support System (PLSS) within the broader EVA suit architecture. The engineer will help shape system concepts, requirements, interfaces, and verification strategies that ensure the PLSS operates as part of a cohesive EVA suit system. Success in this position requires strong coordination with subsystem engineers, program management, and NASA partners throughout the design and test lifecycle.

** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. **

The EVA SE&I Senior Systems Engineer (PLSS / Suit Systems) will:

• Define system-level constructs such as operational concepts, functional decompositions, and interface expectations while developing detailed subsystem requirements aligned with stakeholder needs.
• Prepare, schedule, and carry out verification activities for PLSS-related requirements, ensuring closure through documented objective evidence.
• Support development of EVA system architecture by coordinating product breakdown structures, identifying interdependencies, and maintaining configuration alignment as design changes occur.
• Track PLSS performance through integrated assessments, monitoring system behavior across design iterations and test results, and raising concerns when metrics drift.
• Draft and process waivers, variances, or design exceptions as required, ensuring rationale is technically supported and properly communicated.
• Prepare and deliver status updates on PLSS engineering progress and emergent issues to program leadership and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with subsystem engineers, project office personnel, and external customer teams to align system engineering schedules, deliverables, and technical approaches.
• Contribute to Agile development workflows, using tools such as Jira, Jama, and Confluence to help coordinate systems engineering tasks and document technical decisions.
• Other duties as required.

• Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and normally possess 5- 10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Science, or a related discipline (master's degree preferred).
• Five or more years of experience performing systems engineering and integration activities, or three years combined with a relevant master's degree.
• Systems engineering experience in EVA development, operational support, or testing environments is beneficial.
• Demonstrated familiarity with the full systems engineering lifecycle, including requirement definition and decomposition, development of system architecture, creation of technical performance measures, and V&V planning and execution. EVA domain experience is preferred.
• Experience using requirements management databases such as Jama, DOORS, or similar tools.
• Strong ability to evaluate technical tradeoffs, anticipate integration risks, and communicate findings clearly.

Requisition Preferences:

• Experience with incorporation of AI technology in project processes for increased efficiency.
• Proven success delivering reliable software under fast-changing program conditions and challenging deadlines., * Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws., Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.