Human Spaceflight Engineer
The Human Spaceflight Engineer at Confidential Client supports NASA programs by integrating and coordinating human spaceflight architectures, mission plans, and operational activities across Artemis transportation and Moonbase initiatives. This role involves defining technical requirements, performing readiness assessments, collaborating with government and industry experts, and contributing to standards and program documentation to ensure mission success. The position requires strong systems engineering skills, effective communication, and the ability to work on-site in a multidisciplinary environment.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring a Human Spaceflight Engineer (Member of Technical Staff — Systems Engineering) to support NASA-focused exploration programs. You will work with program offices and cross-functional teams to develop and validate operational concepts, requirements, and plans that enable safe and effective human missions.
- Serve in program office roles and connect across exploration topics (Artemis transportation, Moonbase, nuclear, science).
- Define operational technical requirements for programs and missions.
- Perform assessments and readiness evaluations for mission and system activities.
- Collaborate with NASA mission architects, program experts, government stakeholders, and industry partners.
- Review contractor deliverables and agency requirements for compliance and operational effectiveness.
- Contribute to standards development, program plans, and program documentation.
- Support facility and infrastructure planning related to exploration operations.
- Participate in technical, safety, and integration working groups.
- Develop technical and progress reports; prepare clear presentations and actionable briefings for program offices.
- Support technical interchange meetings, hardware reviews, and key design milestones.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements for the Member of Technical Staff — Systems Engineering role:
- Bachelor of Science in engineering, science, or a related STEM discipline.
- 1 or more years of increasingly responsible professional engineering or scientific experience, including exposure to systems engineering and program lifecycle environments.
- Entry-level experience in human exploration architecture, integration, or mission operations.
- Understanding of the engineering program life cycle.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; able to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines, including human-in-the-loop domains.
- This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.
Preferred / Ways to Stand Out
It would be advantageous if you have one or more of the following:
- Advanced degree in engineering, science, or related STEM discipline.
- Experience working with NASA processes, teams, or programs.
- Background in designing and developing human-centered operations.
- Experience coordinating with international partners or commercial vendors.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range (grade-based): $86,600 — $129,800 per year (Pay Basis: Annual).
- Competitive benefits package that may include health & wellness plans, paid holidays/vacation/sick time, telework options where applicable, 401(k) contributions, flexible spending accounts, variable pay programs, relocation assistance, professional development, and education assistance.
- Individual salary will be determined by factors such as education, experience, and skills.
Location & Work Authorization
- Location: Houston, TX (on-site work required for this listing).
- This role requires the ability to work at the client’s facility in Houston, TX. U.S. citizenship may be required to obtain necessary security clearances.
- Confidential Client is committed to reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please let the recruiter know.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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