Overview
Systems Engineering Lead - Gateway Project GRAIL Location: NASA Johnson Space Center | Avionic Systems Division
Contract: JETS II Inspire the Future of Space Exploration
Are you ready to take your engineering expertise beyond Earth? Join us in shaping the future of human space exploration through NASA's Gateway Program-part of the Artemis mission to return humans to the Moon and pave the way to Mars. As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider, we work side-by-side with the agency at centers across the United States to deliver cutting-edge systems that advance space exploration and benefit life here on Earth. We're seeking a Systems Engineering Lead for the Gateway Project GRAIL Laboratory in the Avionic Systems Division at NASA Johnson Space Center. In this role, you'll work with NASA's Commercial Partnerships to support the next generation of space station systems, leading Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) activities from concept to certification.
What You'll Do
Lead SE&I activities including requirements, interfaces, verifications, and integrated performance across the project lifecycle. Manage project schedules, procurement documentation, budgets, and system requirements. Develop and maintain requirement and verification data packages supporting architecture design, V&V, operations, and sustaining engineering. Conduct life cycle reviews, coordinate integration, verification, and validation activities. Collaborate on hardware specifications, ensuring proper verification and compliance. Support ground and flight operations testing, including end-item documentation. Participate in system-level trade studies and influence overall electrical design and performance. Present project schedules and progress to customers and stakeholders. Identify risks, develop risk statements, and implement mitigation strategies.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering. 5-10 years of related engineering experience. Strong understanding of SE&I processes, tools, and model-based systems engineering. Knowledge of test principles, mechanical/electrical system design, engineering drawings, and material selection. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with NASA processes, flight hardware, and/or flight documentation. Knowledge of DOORS Next Generation. Familiarity with life-cycle engineering in aerospace environments.
Why Join Us?
Work on missions that shape the future of human spaceflight. 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off). Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch). Excellent professional development opportunities.
Additional Requirements:
If you're ready to lead groundbreaking systems engineering efforts for NASA's next-generation space exploration projects, apply today and be part of history in the making.
Why Astrion?
At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the future of aerospace. Our purpose-"Be the Difference"-means we actively drive positive change, foster collaboration, and deliver solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible. We offer:
A culture of innovation, care, and continuous learning Opportunities to work on mission-critical, high-visibility space programs A collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts national security space missions
Equal Opportunity Employer
Astrion is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Astrion
Aug 16, 2025