Pittsburgh Robotics Network · 1 month ago
Lead Systems Engineer
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expAstrobotic is at the forefront of advancing space exploration and technology development, seeking a highly skilled Lead Systems Engineer to head their Xodiac vehicle programs. The role involves leading the technical design, development, integration, and testing for advanced hardware and software solutions for propulsion systems and vertical takeoff and landing vehicles.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)AssociationNon ProfitRobotics
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work side-by-side with the engineering teams to lead and guide the detailed technical design, development, integration and testing for advanced hardware and software solutions for propulsion systems and vertical takeoff and landing (VTVL) vehicles including:
Concept of operations
Mission and system requirements
Vehicle and design configuration control
Technical budgets
Trade Studies
Launch vehicle requirements
Fault management
Interface control
V&V and test planning
Technical risk and mitigation plan identification
Preparing and delivering technical documentation and reporting
Leading technical presentations and/or demonstrations during concept development, engineering development, and test phases
Communicating with partners and customers to resolve technical risks and challenges relating to the system and/or customer requirements
As required, review and approve engineering technical deliverables including analysis, test reports, engineering and manufacturing definition
Supports all vehicle build activities including assembly, non-conformance disposition, functional testing and integrated checkouts
Collaborates with the Program Manager to build and maintain integrated program schedules and ensure technical scope is executed in a timely manner
Coordinates and leads subsystem leads to develop a flight vehicle
Responsible for the technical adequacy of the vehicle
Works with the VTVL Chief Engineer to ensure alignment on cross-platform configurations and substantiation methods
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in multiple (not all) of the following areas: liquid propellant rocket systems, propulsion systems, avionics or electronics systems, structures and vehicle assembly, software engineering and development, embedded systems engineering, systems engineering, systems integration and test, flight test, verification and validation, and/or system configuration management
Demonstrated experience as the technical lead implementing the full life cycle of design, development, manufacturing, testing, and operations. Must be able to demonstrate hands-on hardware experience
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated experience interfacing with internal and external organizations
B.S. in Engineering or related technical field plus 5 years of relevant space mission experience including demonstrated leadership roles. Relevant advanced degree will be considered in lieu of equivalent experience
Preferred
Experience developing liquid propellant rocket propulsion systems, from feasibility studies through flight and mission operations
Knowledge of system manufacturing and V&V plans for propulsion and flight vehicle systems
Familiarity with DO-160, DO-178, NASA-STD-5001 and SMC-S-0016
Demonstrated experience operating in an AS9100 or ISO9000 environment
Demonstrated experience working in an agile environment, using organizational tools such as Confluence and Jira
Experience with requirements management tools such as Jama
Familiarity with 14 CFR Part 450, AFSPCMAN 91-710, and/or ARP4761
Familiarity with structural engineering
Knowledgeable of system V&V planning
Knowledgeable of reliability engineering and analysis
Knowledgeable of range safety compliance
Benefits
Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance and AD&D, voluntary short- and long-term disability coverage, plus voluntary life and supplemental insurance options
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) Retirement Plan: Immediate vesting with company match
Work-Life Balance: Flexible Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays
Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling, mental health resources, and will preparation services
Additional Voluntary Benefits: Accident and hospital indemnity coverage, as well as pet insurance
Company
Pittsburgh Robotics Network
An organization dedicated to the growth and promotion of Pittsburgh's robotics companies and research institutions
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.75MKey Investors
Appalachian Regional Commission
2024-10-16Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Ryan O'Shea
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