NASA Electrical Engineer HALO Power Systems

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

MRI, a woman-owned Technologies and Engineering Services company, has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Power Systems Engineer for HALO on the JETS II Contract at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. We are looking for an Electrical Power Systems (EPS) Engineer to support Gateway's Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO) project. HALO is the first pressurized module for NASA's Gateway, an outpost that will orbit the moon and provide a temporary home and workplace for astronauts. This is your chance to be an interface, or bridge, between the EPS and flight software teams. You will need to learn HALO's EPS system and how it works. Then, you will help review/tailor the software algorithms to ensure the software is performing the required functions at the correct time. This is an oversight role that will not need to write software/code, but will need to understand what is needed, review it, and provide comments. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.

As an Electrical Power Systems Engineer for HALO you will:

• Ensure requirements are satisfied by the software design solutions by reading pseudo-code and functions
• Have system level EPS experience and be knowledgeable of flight software
• Be involved in algorithm making
• Understand and review test results from EPS/Software testing (results look code-like)
• Perform other duties as required

Here's What You'll Need:

Requisition Qualifications:

Education

• Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and normally possess 5 - 10 years of related
  experience.
• License and certification may be required.

Technical (EPS & Software)

• System Level EPS experience required - Knowledge of electrical systems engineering principles
• (NASA) Flight software experience required - Knowledge of software engineering principles
• C programming experience
• Experience with (spacecraft) power systems
• Demonstrate problem-solving background with accompanying troubleshooting skills

Professional

• Proficient with MS Office and MS Teams (for virtual meetings)
• Excellent communication skills (in person and in writing)
• Be a self-starter who doesn't require a lot of hand holding
• Ability to communicate effectively across different teams
• Experience fostering a collaborative team environment
• Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules
• Must be willing to work onsite at Johnson Space Center

Requisition Preferences:

• BS degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering and at least 5-10 years of experience (EN3/EN4/ESS).
• Some Simulink/Matlab experience preferred
• Some knowledge of Time Triggered Ethernet a plus
• NASA/Space experience preferred
• Knowledge of commonly used NASA concepts, practices, processes, and procedures
• System requirements analysis

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which this position has been advertised.

MRI Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Employment at MRI Technologies is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. MRI Technologies does not discriminate against any team member or applicant because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age, genetic information, past or present military service, marital or domestic partner status, parental status, pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

MRI Technologies is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

As we are a Federal Contractor, most positions require the employee to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government background investigation. MRI also completes a pre-screening background check for anyone offered employment.