Flight Safety System Engineer

Flight Safety System EngineerEngineer IIIADV000CF8NASA Johnson Space CenterHouston, TexasHX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.HX5 is currently seeking a Flight Safety System Engineer to join our team with NASA at the Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide product and project safety expertise to Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) Flight projects, Space Flightprojects and Payload Flight projects for NASA programs (ISS, Artemis, Gateway)Act as an integral member of the Project Team for all phases of the project from project kick-off and development (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.) through product delivery for flightDevelop the initial safety assessment (Initial Assessment of Criticality), Hazard Analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, and the Safety Data Package for the projectRepresent the project at all Safety Reviews and act as the project safety expertPresent Safety Data Packages to the Safety Review Panel (SRP), MPCV Safety & Engineering Review Panel (MSERP, and/or the International Space Station (ISS) Payload Safety Review Panel (PSRP)Provide high quality documentation deliverables per the project scheduleSupport safety document updates for modifications to existing flight productsSupport projects on other safety activities as necessaryProvide weekly accomplishment and status reports to the Manager of Flight Systems SafetyProvide rough orders of magnitude (ROM's) and basis of estimates (BOE's) for project and tasks.Ability to develop excellent working relationships with customers, peers, and managementExperience working directly with customers and regulatory agencies (e.g., DOD, NASA, FAA, DCMA or Range Safety) toachieve safety objectivesPerform other duties as requiredEducation and Experience This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school and at least five (5) years of relevant experienceOR Masters's Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school and at least four (4) years of relevant experienceOr Doctorate Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school Ability to work on multiple projects, within matrix team environments, and to demanding schedules is required. Examplesof capabilities may be requested during interview process.Possess strong communication and leadership skillsSystem Safety experience in the aerospace industryAbility to develop fault trees and failure modes, effects and analyses using root cause analysis processesAbility to perform hazard analysis and develop hazard reportsPossess a strong background in spaceflight systems safety and systems engineering Preferences:Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school and at least ten (10) years of relevant experienceOR Masters's Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school and at least eight (8) years of relevant experienceOr Doctorate Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school and at least four (4) years of relevant experienceTen (10) years of experience with NASA/JSC flight hardware processesSystem Safety experience at Johnson Space Center highly desiredExperience with IVA and EVA hardware and crew systems development effortsExperience in Reliability Engineering highly desiredExperience with task order contractsExperience in developing schedules, budgets, and project plansPosition Type/Expected Hours of Work:This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).Work Environment:Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.Equipment and Machines - Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule andadjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.Physical Requirements:Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).Other Position Requirements:  Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance401(k) plan with Company MatchPaid HolidaysPaid Time OffParental LeaveLife InsuranceTuition ReimbursementMedical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPet InsuranceHX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.