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!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. 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 NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Avionics Radiation Hardness Assurance Engineer to join the team.
The Avionics Radiation Hardness Assurance Engineer will:
Develop avionics architecture radiation effects models
for the Human Landing System (HLS) vehicle according to project-specific
syntax, semantics, notation standards, and file format requirements
Analyze and interpret complex avionics design artifacts
including schematics, block diagrams, component specifications, parts
lists, and technical insights from stakeholder meetings to generate
accurate avionics models for HLS subsystems
Support collaborative partnerships with NASA and
Contractor engineering teams and subject matter experts (SMEs) to
conduct iterative model reviews, incorporate design feedback, and
continuously refine avionics models throughout the HLS development lifecycle
Maintain technical expertise of the HLS vehicle evolving
avionics systems architecture as pertaining to radiation effects
Be familiar with systems engineering and integration (S&EI)
and/or specialty engineering for NASA spaceflight (or similar
complexity)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook,
Teams, etc.)
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Perform other duties as required.
Willingness to work in a technically challenging field
Requisition Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or related technical field from an accredited engineering school
Experience with system architecture models and fault management
Demonstrated experience or comprehensive understanding of avionics hardware design, integration, and systems architecture
Strong collaborative and communication skills with proven ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams
Requisition Preferences:
Experience developing reliability block diagrams and fault tree analyses for avionics systems
Hands-on hardware design and development experience in avionics or aerospace systems
Familiarity with .graphml file formats and network modeling
Working understanding of Radiation Hardness Assurance (RHA) concepts and processes
Experience or interest in avionics hardware development and/or testing
Familiar with systems engineering and integration (S&EI) and/or specialty engineering for NASA spaceflight (or similar complexity) with systems engineeringand integration (S&EI) and/or specialty engineering for NASA spaceflight (or similar complexity).
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team of mechanical, electrical, and software engineers designing and building world-class, NASA spaceflight hardware.
Proficient in MS Office programs, particularly MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote, and Outlook.
Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Why Join Our Team?
In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:
For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com
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.
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Compensation Details:
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The 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.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: 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.
Original Posting:
03/27/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum 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.
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