ISS Command & Data Handling SMC Engineer I

About the role

Join the Barrios Technology team in Houston, Texas, as an ISS C&DH SMC Engineer. Directly support NASA's human space flight programs on the International Space Station (ISS).

Responsibilities

• Perform architectural analysis, requirements definition, hardware and software interface definition validation and verification of requirements.
• Prepare SMC internal Data Assessment Reports (DARs) with respect to Final Qualification Testing (FQT) for each CSCI undergoing stage transition.
• Prepare SMC Reverification Agreement (RVA) and DAR documents with respect to ISS Stage Testing for stage verification.
• Assist in the assessment of Software Change Requests (SCRs).
• Support the witnessing of the Hardware Software Integration stage testing of SMC requirements.
• Conduct system/segment level architectural analysis, subsystem design, requirements definition and verification analysis in support of changes to ISS elements/segments, avionics Orbital Replacement Unit (ORU) upgrades.
• Validate requirements by assisting with traceability analysis; review test plans, support tests, perform analysis, document and report results to validate and verify the design.
• Collaborate with the investigation of problems to provide engineering design disposition of discrepancies.
• Work with the NASA customer and ISS International Partners to support resolution of data communication and interface requirements issues.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in related field from an accredited college or university or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Applicant selected may be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements when required.

Skills

• Experience with flight software, spacecraft data systems, and space station operations.
• Knowledge of the Software development and verification lifecycle for the International Space Station (ISS).
• Experience with ISS Computer Software Configuration Items and ISS Software interfaces with the International Partners and Visiting Vehicles.
• Proficiency in conducting system/segment level architectural analysis, subsystem design, requirements definition, and verification analysis.
• Ability to conduct traceability analysis, review test plans, support tests, perform analysis, document and report results.
• Experience with witnessing Hardware Software Integration stage testing of SMC requirements.
• Experience with assessing Software Change Requests (SCRs).
• Experience with collaborating with the investigation of problems to provide engineering design disposition of discrepancies.
• Experience with working with the NASA customer and ISS International Partners to support resolution of data communication and interface requirements issues.

Benefits

Barrios Technology offers a people-focused culture built on creativity, diversity, professional growth, and work-life balance. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay

Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule to accommodate peak periods and surge requirements.