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KBR, Inc. · 3 weeks ago

Flight Operations Safety Engineer (Part-Time)

Houston, TX

Part-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

KBR, Inc. is a company focused on innovation and safety, particularly in space exploration. They are seeking a part-time Flight Operations Safety Engineer to provide leadership and safety support for various human spaceflight programs, including the International Space Station and lunar missions.

ConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyProject ManagementSoftware EngineeringTraining

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Representing the FOD as a consultant for operations safety during safety panels/working groups for all human spaceflight programs

Performing research and analyses of hardware and software data to identify possible safety inconsistencies and enforce changes consistent with program requirements

Serving as an authority and consultant for the operational controls process for safety hazards

Advocating appropriate monitoring and verifications of hazard controls

Providing expert advice associated with the operational management of risk to FOD management and flight control teams

Integrating with the appropriate technical support across the operations community

Supporting FOD internal activities related to flight safety (Flight Readiness Reviews (FRRs), etc.)

Soliciting inputs from across the Directorate on issues related to safety; and facilitating resolution of these concerns with the appropriate portions of the Safety community

Qualification

Aerospace engineeringSafety engineeringNASA flight operationsGuidance Navigation ControlOrbital mechanicsSystems integrationLeadership skillsAttention to detailVerbal communicationWritten communication

Required

Must have a bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, safety engineering, or related engineering field with 10+ years of relevant experience

A working knowledge of NASA flight operations, safety requirements, engineering, and physics, the FOD organization, and ISS Program knowledge is required

Demonstrated performance in leadership roles, delivering win-win solutions, and understanding when to hold firm while considering all viewpoints is required

Attention to detail is required along with the ability to work/negotiate with multiple customers across NASA, ISS International Partners, and commercial providers daily

This position requires strict adherence to deadlines as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong leadership skills are required

Preferred

Guidance Navigation and Control systems/sensors

Propulsion systems

Orbital mechanics

Systems Integration /negotiation skills

Knowledge of International Space Station (ISS)/Commercial Crew Program (CCP) Safety Requirements

Knowledge of Vehicle systems (including concepts/theory for performance verification/validation criteria as related to rendezvous)

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Company

KBR, Inc.

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At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time.

Founded in 1919

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.kbr.com

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