Jacobs · 10 hours ago
Sr. Controls Engineer – Software & LabVIEW
United States-Alabama-Huntsville-20320-MSFC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
14+ years expJacobs is supporting NASA’s Environmental Control and Life Support Systems for the International Space Station and future exploration missions. The role involves leadership in controls engineering, software development, and LabVIEW integration for mission-critical systems, along with mentoring team members and contributing to significant projects.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain LabVIEW-based control and data acquisition systems for ECLSS test stands and hardware
Integrate software with hardware components including sensors, actuators, and DAQ devices
Troubleshoot hardware/software integration issues and provide innovative solutions
Document software development processes including architecture, user manuals, and test procedures
Collaborate with engineers and scientists to define requirements and improve system functionality
Assist in problem resolution and task completion through mentoring and guidance
Distribute and balance team workload; monitor work to ensure requirements and deadlines are met
Plan and develop engineering projects addressing unique or controversial problems with significant organizational impact
Maintain liaison with internal and external stakeholders, acting independently on technical matters
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering is required
Extensive experience with LabVIEW programming and integration with hardware systems
Strong understanding of wiring, electronics, and control systems
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Technical integration experience working with a variety of engineering disciplines and project/program organizations
Experience in product management, product strategy, and software development
Experience communicating to upper management and decision makers: 'communicating to the top'
Outstanding negotiation skills demonstrated through complex technical problem solving and the capability to break down complex problems or issues into manageable pieces to facilitate resolution of technical concerns or issues
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, customer relation skills, and presentation skills
Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required
Preferred
A degree from an ABET-accredited institution is preferred
CLAD, CLD or CLA LabVIEW Certification
Familiarity with NPR 7150.2D and NASA software engineering processes
Experience with aerospace component testing and test stands
Knowledge of thermal/fluid systems and instrumentation
Benefits
Wellness programs
11 paid holidays
Paid time off
Employee perks
Flexible schedules
Possible remote a few days a week
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
CTO, StreetLight Data
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