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The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.
The Consolidated Operations, Management, Engineering and Test (COMET) contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. These tasks support the International Space Station, Exploration Ground Systems, Space Launch System (SLS), Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and Launch Services programs.
Provides technical leadership within COMET for the Mechanical and Fluids Engineering group. Position reports to Fluids and Mechanical Design Engineering Senior Manager. Provides technical oversight and ensure risk is being managed at the discipline level. Technical leader and SME in your discipline. Primary technical contact within COMET and for NASA for technical issues and concerns at Kennedy Space Center. Effectively the System Architect is expected to be aware of all technical issues occurring within the discipline and be able to assist the engineers to ensure they are providing the right technical solution.
Responsibilities:
• Provide practical application of engineering skills to perform flight and ground system engineering projects that that meet stakeholder expectations, system functional requirements and NASA program requirements.
• Support the design, development, test, and commissioning of various Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Ground Support Systems (GSS)
• Key contributor and provides leadership during Internal Product Reviews
• Coordinates issues with subsystem teams and provides technical oversight and direction
• Provides updates to Sr. COMET and NASA management for emerging engineering issues
• Coordinates cross-discipline technical issues with fellow System Architect members to ensure issues are resolved
• Ensures discipline compliance with applicable standards and desk instructions
• Attend daily Chief Engineer tag-ups and Ops status meetings
• Review drawings and Design Analysis Reports at a high-level for completeness and accuracy
• Delegate detailed review to subsystem team members as appropriate
• Be familiar with KDDMS to review engineering documentation
• Be familiar with Maximo and Solumina and be comfortable navigating the software to review NCs and the proposed corrective actions
• Prepare conceptual reports, perform feasibility studies, technical assessments, cost estimates and requirements development in support of new design projects and existing system design modifications.
• Produce and develop essential engineering documentation, reports, sketches of models or drawings that are required to complete or trouble shoot a viable system.
• Must have the ability to support design review presentations or speak intelligently on technical issues and solutions.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution; at least 10 years of experience and/or an advanced degree. Demonstrating at least 10 years of experience will qualify for the System Architect Engineer position. Additional relevant education and certifications may be substituted for a portion of the experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills as evidenced by prior managerial / supervisory and/or technical leadership experience.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Thorough knowledge of KSC/NASA standards and associated COMET processes is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of engineering tools such as but not limited to CREO, AutoCAD, Microstation, Windchill, Maximo, and Solumina is highly desired.
• Knowledge or experience with GSE and GSS supporting launching spaceflight vehicles is desirable.
• Experience with Windchill and other product lifecycle management software systems is desirable.
• Excellent communication, presentation and customer interface skills required.
• PMP or MBA desired
• Familiarity with KSC design processes a plus
• Prefer 10 years of experience with Ground Support Equipment (GSE) design, operations, and development.
• Must have the ability to work with minimal supervision and only general guidance.
• In-depth computer experience with Microsoft Office products, Internet browsers, and Outlook.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if necessary.
Physical Requirements:
• Will be required to climb stairs in order to access equipment for trouble shooting.
• Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection and other associated personal protective equipment.
• Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Physical requirements are: sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.
• Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.
Work Environment:
• Will be required to work inside and outside throughout Kennedy Space Center.
• Position may require daily individual to travel to different areas on site.
• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the facility.
• Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary. The use of fall arrest systems may be required.
• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards.
Equipment and Machines:
• Computers and printers used for producing design documents, reports and schedules.
• Variety of equipment used in testing and troubleshooting.
Attendance:
• Hybrid work schedule possibilities, with requirement to be on center a minimum of three days per week.
• Position may require occasional overtime including weekend work depending on task.
• Must be dependable and punctual.
• Shift work may be required.
Other Essential Functions:
Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.
Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary.
Grooming and dress/work attire must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.
Government security clearance may be required in the future.
Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
