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That’s why we offer an array of exciting opportunities for your career development. From the transformative Team Lead Academy to education reimbursement, personalized mentoring, and engaging company-sponsored networking events, you have the power to shape your professional journey in a way that aligns with your aspirations.\nFind Your Community\nAt the heart of our thriving business are the incredible people who make it all possible. We celebrate a vibrant array of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Here, we foster an environment where everyone-employees, clients, and partners alike-are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.\nPrioritize Your Well-Being\nOur extensive benefits package is designed with your health in mind. Enjoy wellness programs, paid holidays, generous time off, employee perks, and so much more. We’re here to help you achieve a harmonious balance in your life-both at work and at home.\nTogether, We Soar\nOur dynamic team consists of ten companies united in a single mission: to venture from Moon to Mars and beyond. Join us on this extraordinary adventure!\nThis position has been aligned with Qualis. To learn more, clickQualis Corporation\nPosition Description\nThe Systems Engineer supports Communication and Navigation system integration for the Space Launch Systems (SLS) Program Spacecraft Payload Integration and Evolution (SPIE) Element Project Office for the SLS Launch Vehicle second stage, including the Interim Cryogenic Propulsion Stage (ICPS), and the adapters for Core Stage and the Spacecraft. This position will perform engineering and liaison functions, providing interface between the SPIE Project Office and other SLS, NASA, and Contractor organizations, for requirements, specifications, ground operations procedures, flight operations support, and technical issues. The Communication/Navigation Specialist will interact with the Integrated Communication and Navigation (ICAN) team to develop and maintain the Communication/Navigation architecture that is capable of safely, effectively and efficiently meeting Artemis mission objectives.\nThe Systems Engineer will:\nProvide systems engineering and interface integration support to the MSFC Integrated Systems and Element Operability Team for Space Launch System (SLS) Integrated Spacecraft/Payload Integration Element (ISPE) design and integration. \nLead and/or support development of interface design definition, requirements development, and verification planning. \nCoordinate and interface with MSFC Customer, Spacecraft/Payload Integration & Evolution (SPIE), and SLS project teams and payload customers as well as participating in reviews, meetings (i.e. team/discipline, TIMs, teleconferences, etc.), working groups.\nPerform thorough technical assessments of proposed Interface Control Document Changes to understand the impacts imposed by modifications.\nPrepare for and provide console staffing for Vehicle Processing, Launch Countdown, and Flight phases.\nGenerate and coordinate interface requirements documentation to ensure the necessary and complete integration of the payloads to other SLS Elements.\nIdentify and communicate risks associated with interface requirements via the NASA Risk Management System.\nManage analyses, trade studies, and decision packages developed for payloads and provide feedback and technical recommendations (written and/or verbal) in support of the SPIE Element Chief Engineer or the Element Lead Systems Engineer. \nUse SE&I experience and Communication/Navigation system knowledge to develop cross-program products and prepare inputs to segment products.\nSome travel to other NASA Centers and customer locations will be required (nominally 0 to 20%, depending on project requirements and integration testing activity.)\nQualifications:\nDegree in Engineering or related field is required. Degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred. Typically, the educational requirements are the equivalent of a Ph.D., with a minimum of 4 years’ experience, Master’s degree with at least 8 years’ experience or a BS with at least 10 years’ experience in systems engineering and integration, launch vehicle definition, functional design, design integration, launch vehicle performance analyses, flight evaluation planning, requirement verification, and/or requirement validation.\nMust be a US Citizen and have a STAR ID\nApplicants must have the following required qualifications:\nAbility to function in a self-directed dynamic work environment as an effective team member, willing to assume a leadership role in the systems engineering effort.\nExperience in development systems engineering requirements, requirement allocation, verification plans, verification objectives, verification matrices, and verification implementation. \nExperience in the development, integration, and implementation of complex aerospace/space systems. \nFamiliarity with Systems Engineering policies and procedures related to verification and experience with using tools/systems to manage verification compliance data.\nDemonstrated experience working across organizational boundaries and engineering disciplines to facilitate and execute program systems engineering tasks and resolve systems integration issues.\nDemonstrated experience developing and delivering executive-level briefings, excellent oral, written, and customer relation skills, and proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).\nExperience with Digital Engineering tools, such as: DOORS Next Generation, Jira, MagicDraw, or similar tools.\nPersonnel are required to be self-motivated, effective team players familiar with working in a dynamic work environment who are willing to assume a Systems Integration role in this SLS systems design and definition effort. \nApplicants should also have one or more of the following desired qualifications:\nDemonstrated experience in effective technical leadership of an engineering team.\nExperience in requirements, plans, and procedures development and experience in the execution of ground operations for spacecraft or launch vehicle flight hardware and systems. \nAn understanding of launch vehicle systems definition, functional requirement development, and/or design integration. \nExperience with NASA and/or MSFC spacecraft or launch vehicle development, processing, ground operations, and ground support equipment. \nExperience in the definition and documentation of payload design and interface requirements, payload accommodations and payload services.\nPersonnel with an understanding of the NASA systems engineering policies and procedures, and familiarity with the SLS Program have preference. \nSpacecraft and/or space payloads related and/or launch vehicle integration or operations related experience.\nKnowledge of NASA Communication and Navigation system integration for the NASA Artemis missions.\nCertification in Model Based System Engineering (MBSE), particularly Object Management Group® (OMG)-Certified Systems Modeling Professional™ (OCSMP™) Certification. \nEssential Functions\nWork Environment\nOffice environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (\nPhysical Requirements\nRequires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (40%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).\nEquipment and Machines\nRequires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).\nAttendance\nNormal workdays are from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (20%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.\nOther Essential Functions\nThe ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.\nProof of U.S. Citizenship is required.\n#ESSCA #ASED #Amentum\nThe compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.\nCompensation Details:\n0.01The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.\nBenefits Overview:\nOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance\n\nPaid time off and holidays\n\nRetirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)\n\nEducational reimbursement\n\nParental leave\n\nEmployee stock purchase plan\n\nTax-saving options\n\nDisability and life insurance\n\nPet insurance\n\nNote: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.\nOriginal Posting:\n10/02/2026 - 10/31/2026Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.\nAmentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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