POSITION SUMMARYWe are looking for an energetic and dynamic Suits Test Engineer (SME) who will primarily be responsible for leading major testing campaigns for the AxEVA System. This position reports to EVA Systems Engineering and Integration Manager.
This role is onsite and will be based at our Gemini facility.KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES- Plan, coordinate, and implement spacesuit verification and validation activities, including:
- Defining system, subsystem, and component verification approaches
- Defining verification requirements
- Allocating verifications to verification activities
- Planning and coordinating implementation of activities
- Draft closure notice to perform verification close-out
- Define and manage integrated Verification & Validation (V&V test plans, procedures, and schedules across all engineering teams.
- Define and coordinate verification requirements for suppliers as part of the integrated V&V plan.
- Collaborate with spacesuit system and subsystem engineers, program office personnel, and customers for V&V planning, scheduling and execution.
- Prepare test plans and presentations for peers, management, and external customers and partners.
- Capture evidence from completed verification activities to create verification closure notices and coordinate requirement close-out.
- Perform other systems engineering tasks as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience- Bachelor's Degree in an engineering (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or related discipline).
- A minimum of 9+ years engineering experience with a minimum of 3 years in Testing, V&V or a combined equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in the full verification life cycle from concept, to planning, coordination, execution, and close-out activities.
- Experience with NASA human spaceflight programs desired, with related experience in the testing of spacecraft, spacesuits, space vehicles. Experience with Space Suits is preferred.
- A strong attention to detail while appreciating the bigger picture of complex and ambitious projects.
- Excellent writing and presentation skills with experience communicating to senior decision-makers and technical audiences.
- Experience in Start-up organizations a plus.
- INCOSE CSEP preferred.
Core Skills- Executes priorities with precision and pace
- High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
- Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Support Agile development, architecture, and scrum implementation, using Jira, JAMA, and Confluence
Core Competencies:Embody our core values of
leadership,
innovation, and
teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Accountability
- Technical Rigor
- Execution Discipline
- Pride of Delivery
WORK ENVIRONMENT:Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. May involve support of 24/7 test operations at test facilities.
Requirements - 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
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position
- Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones
Physical Requirements- Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)
- May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)
- Equipment and Machines
- Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)
