Gateway Avionics Hardware Systems 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.

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The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future systems supplying innovative research and development; technical evaluations during the acquisition process; conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, and test; and operational support. Comprised primarily of highly trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls;

robotics; electro‑mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments.

Within the Houston site, the Human Exploration and Space Flight (HESF) Division supports our NASA customer in all aspects of human space flight. We are looking for an Avionics Hardware Systems Engineer (Project Engineer/Sr. Project Engineer - Systems Engineering) to support the development of the Gateway lunar space station. In this role you will support the NASA Johnson Space Center with systems engineering and integration services and work with NASA Avionics Branch to manage the verification and validation activities for all the avionics subsystems for this spacecraft in support of all Artemis missions.

You will be responsible for documenting system level avionics architecture, reviewing V&V test plans and reports, and buying off subsystem requirements for the Gateway vehicle.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX.

• Review and assess Gateway requirements and Verification & Validation (V&V) plan for Avionics System impacts, including integrated testing, analysis, and decomposition
• Lead development of Gateway Avionic System documentation:
  System Architecture, Con‑Ops, Interfaces, and others as required
• Perform/Oversee integrated analysis and testing of the Gateway Avionics subsystems, hardware, and software in relation to other Gateway subsystems, operational environment, and required operational capabilities
• Communicate Gateway Avionics subsystem architectures and assess impacts of changes to Gateway requirements, V&V, integrated testing, designs, and program decisions.
• Identify, communicate, track, and mitigate GW Avionics System risks
• Lead and oversee trade studies to inform decision‑making on vehicle improvements, or risk mitigation
• Maintain productive working relationships with cross‑program technical teams, including engineering, safety, flight operations, crew office, and module providers
• Present to appropriate boards, panels, or technical/status meetings as needed

Minimum Requirements for the Project Engineer - Systems Engineering:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 6 years of experience with avionics hardware systems, including design and testing tools
• Experience in avionics hardware testing, integration, and environmental testing protocols
• Working knowledge of NASA standard practices and requirements
• Experience with NASA flight operations and procedures
• Willing to travel domestically as needed

In addition to the requirements above, the minimum requirements for a Sr. Project Engineer - Systems Engineering are:

• 10 total years of experience with avionics hardware systems, including design and testing tools
• Expertise in building on NASA Human Spaceflight topics and safety matters
• Knowledge of complex Avionic Systems Integration and Test & Verification (T&V)

• Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Aerospace Engineering or closely related field
• Experi…