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System One

I & C Human Factors Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Human Factors Engineer - Advanced Nuclear System One is hiring an I&C Human Factors Engineer to support a cutting-edge advanced nuclear program. This role focuses on ...

System One

I & C Human Factors Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Human Factors Engineer - Advanced Nuclear System One is hiring an I&C Human Factors Engineer to support a cutting-edge advanced nuclear program. This role focuses on ...

System One

I&C Human Factors Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Human Factors Engineer - Advanced Nuclear System One is hiring an I&C Human Factors Engineer to support a cutting-edge advanced nuclear program. This role focuses on ...

System One

I&C Human Factors Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Human Factors Engineer - Advanced Nuclear System One is hiring an I&C Human Factors Engineer to support a cutting-edge advanced nuclear program. This role focuses on ...

System One

I & C Human Factors Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Human Factors Engineer - Advanced Nuclear System One is hiring an I&C Human Factors Engineer to support a cutting-edge advanced nuclear program. This role focuses on ...

Ocean Atomics LLC

Nuclear Systems Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$110K - $240K/yr

Role Summary As Nuclear Systems Engineer, you work on the system-level design of the reactor ... Maintain system requirements, interface control documents, margins, and master block diagrams ...

Ocean Atomics

Nuclear Systems Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$105K - $126K/yr

Role Summary As Nuclear Systems Engineer, you work on the system-level design of the reactor ... Maintain system requirements, interface control documents, margins, and master block diagrams ...

System One

I&C Human Factors Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Human Factors Engineer - Advanced Nuclear System One is hiring an I&C Human Factors Engineer to support a cutting-edge advanced nuclear program. This role focuses on ...

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A nuclear system engineer designs, develops, and maintains nuclear power systems and related components, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with regulations. They often work with specialized tools, simulations, and safety protocols in controlled environments and may require certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

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Nuclear Propulsion Systems Avionics Integrator

Huntsville, AL • On-site

TriVector Services Inc
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
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Description

TriVector Services, Inc. provides quality aerospace engineering solutions to complex problems through a renowned team of engineering professionals. We are a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned, SBA-certified Small Business headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. Our experienced team is dedicated to building lasting partnerships based on professional integrity and sound engineering principles. TriVector's Experience and exceptional Performance adds measurable Value to every project. TriVector Services, Inc., is seeking qualified candidates to fill our Nuclear Propulsion Systems Avionics Integrator position.


The successful candidate will provide avionics systems engineering support for NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) Solid Rocket Booster, to include SLS Block 1, and Block 1B and future configurations. Tasks include (but are not limited to):

  • Supporting avionics hardware/software design, integration and verification for SNP engines 
  • Coordinating scheduling and meetings (which may include test support, tracking action items, assisting in planning activities
  • Supporting trade studies
  • Performing systems analyses
  • Providing engineering insight for flight avionics
  • Risk management inputs
  • Coordinating technical performance measures
  • Supporting reviews, working groups and boards; providing monthly status to NASA management, and biweekly status to the contractor lead

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • A Star ID is required to access Marshall Space Flight Center
  • Education: a Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in an engineering or science discipline, preferably from an ABET accredited university
  • Typical experience requirements are a Ph.D. with at least 9 years of experience, Master's Degree with at least 13 years of experience, or Bachelor's with at least 15 years of experience
  • Must have experience in avionics requirements, design, trade studies, milestone reviews, interface definition, change management, risk management, and safety
  • Must be able to review avionics products and provide relevant feedback, have good coordination and communication skills, be pro-active, multitask and accomplish tasks with minimal supervision

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience with NASA's Systems Engineering processes and SNP (or other comparable nuclear system)

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