Communication & Data Handling System Lead

• Serve as the C&DH Section Lead supporting the Surface Exploration Avionics Lab (SEAL), focusing on the planning, requirements analysis, design, acquisition, setup, configuration testing, operation, deployment, performance assurance and maintenance of C&DH ground test and emulation systems, which will be used to verify and validate the functionality and interoperability of the Lunar Surface C&DH systems.
• Generates and/or applies theories, principles, practical concepts, processes, and systems related to the science of electrical/electronics engineering and the traditional engineering science disciplines (e.g., mechanical and electrical); physical science disciplines (e.g., chemistry and physics); and advanced mathematics, computer science, and economics.
• Researches, develops, tests, evaluates, operates, maintains, decommissions, and/or directs the fabrication, manufacture, installation and/or certification of electrical/electronic devices used in diverse technologies such as aviation, computing, transportation, commerce, and manufacturing; industrial, academic, entertainment, communications, business, residential, and healthcare environments; and a broad range of products such as computer systems, navigational systems, programmable logic controls, sensors, magnetic imaging systems, and defense systems.
• Analyzes and studies performance requirements against an array of diverse considerations, such as safety and human factors engineering; technical risks; functionality; reliability; failure analysis; quality assurance; maintainability; affordability of each system and device; and impact on the environment.
• Performs multiple functions which may include, planning, design, test and evaluation, cost analyses, program and project management, quality management for projects. Specific duties may include:
• Monitors contracted work either externally or on-site in the facility of the contractor.
• Works alongside other engineers to perform various duties.
• Conducts specialized studies, which may include overall and individual major computer systems, communication systems, navigation systems, display systems, radar systems, robots or components to ensure their safety, suitability, and effectiveness in operation. Conceives, specifies determination, analyzes, plans, developments, installs, tests, modifies, and uses avionic systems for both flight and ground applications. This work is concerned with the hardware and software elements required for avionic systems, including system components, component/system interfaces, operating systems, and applications software. The work also requires monitoring, providing technical direction, and evaluation of contractors engaged in this work.
• This specialty also includes positions that provide project management of avionic systems, includes leading a team to define, develop, test and deliver an avionic system; interface with the customer to define and negotiate technical and programmatic requirements; and planning/managing project activities to deliver products that meet technical specifications within budget and schedule.
• Tasks Include Leading and Coordinating C&DH.
• Requirements development, requirements integration, DDT&E activities and trade space evaluations.
• Activities within and across all Surface Exploration Architecture Emulations.
• Verification development and requirements closure with Requirements, Interfaces & Verification (RIV) Team.
• Inputs to and support of SEAL Integrated Analysis Cycles via:
• Requirements Gap Assessment, Technical Baseline Revisions (including TBX Closure), GRAs Updates and SRR/SDR Action Item Closure.
• Inputs to closure efforts for identified SEAL Risks.
• Provide support to cross-discipline risks requiring input to mitigating steps or C&DH supporting analyses.
• Support for SEAL Synch Reviews and Project Milestones.
• Other duties as assigned.

• This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree in the field of electrical engineering.
• Must have 5+ years of recent and related work experience.
• Experience with design, development, integration, and testing of complex avionics systems.
• Planning - organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership roles with formal and informal authority, in large engineering teams.
• Written and oral Communication - clear, concise, organized, and convincing communication for the intended audience.

DESIRED:

• Knowledge of Flight Hardware and/or Flight Processes/Paperwork.
• Experience with NASA processes.

WORK LOCATION:

• This position is located onsite and offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off; some travel may be required.
• Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check and some positions require clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and are required to participate in periodic random drug and alcohol screenings., * Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.

• All of Bastion’s employees must be team players with strong work ethics and must be culture oriented.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
• Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Must be organized with good time management skills and must be able to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.

Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), along with many other options. We also support career advancement through professional training and development., Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers., At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.