EVA Development 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. Join us and take your place in space.Building on The Aerospace Corporation's reputation as a trusted, impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success, the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technical expertise with market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. CSG is organized by core customer-facing lines of business to manage and grow programs within NASA, NOAA, and the NNSA, while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules, regulations, processes, values, and behaviors.  Within CSG, the Human Exploration and Spaceflight (HESF) Division provides comprehensive support to NASA across all human spaceflight operations and program office activities. We are seeking an EVA Development Engineer (Project Engineer/Sr. Project Engineer - Systems Engineering) at the Johnson Space Center.  This position will provide project management support to the EVA Development Project Office of the EVA and Human Surface Mobility Program (EHP).at NASA/Johnson Space Center.The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.  What You’ll Be Doing  Partner with multiple supporting organizations to develop budgets and plans for the EVA Development Project OfficeRepresent the EVA Development project as Hardware Development team member/lead at collaborator and Program working groups, control boards, and other project meetings  Work with multiple project managers to ensure cost, technical and schedule requirements are met and to help resolve higher scope issuesIntegrate with owners of interfacing hardware/systems and various collaborators within the EVA community to ensure proper requirements are being met  Lead conflict resolution discussions, as needed, across multi-stakeholder teams Review and manage integrated master schedules  Perform formal product reviews (i.e., contract deliverables, lifecycle reviews, and change requests)  Identify, analyze, and lead mitigations of project/program risks; monitor and control risks  Participate in or lead development, implementation, and maintenance of processes/plans required to support EVA Development Project Office Objectives What You Need to be Successful- Project Engineer - Systems Engineering  Minimum Requirements:  Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, science, or closely related STEM discipline At least 6 years of experience increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or program management environment Ability to effectively use oral and written communication to express technical concepts and recommendations to personnel at all technical and managerial levels Ability to work effectively and quickly in real-time environments of rapid-change, conflicting requirements, and occasional pressure Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers Senior level understanding of project management techniques and methods Knowledge and experience on performance evaluation and organizational change principles Willing to travel approx. 10% This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Sr. Project Engineer - Systems Engineering include:  At least 10 years of experience increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or program management environment  Experience performing or leading technical and programmatic tasks for NASA  Familiarity with NASA standards and specifications  Prior experience in a Customer/Client Interface role  How You Can Stand Out  It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:  Advanced degree in engineering, science, or closely related STEM discipline More than 10 years’ experience of increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or program management environment Knowledge of EVA systems and current technology  Previous experience in certification of Class I Flight Hardware Delivery  Experience with Contract management  Demonstrates enterprise-level perspective with prior Program Office(s) and ETG experienceWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.(Min - Max)$117,300.00 - $175,900.00Pay Basis: AnnualLeadership CompetenciesOur leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:Operate StrategicallyLead Change   Engage with Impact   Foster Innovation   Deliver Results  Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.Benefits vary and are applicable based on Jo