Autonomous Flight Safety Systems Engineer

Description

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Support Your Well-Being

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, 11 paid holidays, paid time off, employee perks, and much more.
• Flexible schedules to support a balanced, fulfilling life.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for the design and development of the AFSS.
• Provides insight into AFSS contractor development and integration activities.
• Captures and coordinates between NASA and prime contractor teams to achieve broader AFSS objectives.
• Coordinates structured design reviews consistent with NASA and MSFC standards.
• Supports contract technical evaluations, technical directives, task order and contract performance.
• Represents the SLS Program to communicate status and issues during AFSS integration activities.
• Serves as a liaison to participate in Level II requested Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), verification objectives, and design certification reviews.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Systems Engineering or related field is required. Degree from an ABET accredited university preferred.
• Experience: Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a Ph.D., with minimum of 14 years of experience, a Masters with at least 18 years of experience, or BS with at least 20 years of experience.
• Skills: A general knowledge of launch vehicle design and interfaces, system design, system engineering and integration, critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving experience with ground and/or flight hardware is required. A working knowledge of flight avionics systems including EEE part grades, industry practices, and basic circuit designs and logic is required. Experience leading and participating in design reviews, strategic planning, project scheduling and engineering planning is highly desired. Excellent technical writing skills and the ability to deliver high impact technical presentations is required. Strong communication skills with a desire to dive in and fully understand issues, concerns, and assess options are required.
• Other: Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required. The following skills/experience are highly desired: An understanding and knowledge of the current SLS program and a working understanding of the SLS vehicle and interfaces. An understanding of pyrotechnics and propulsion systems. An understanding of Safety and Mission Assurance, hazard analysis, and risk management.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%).
• Sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%).
• Ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).

Compensation Details

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retail benefits (including retirement benefits)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Original Posting

Original Posting: 06/10/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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