Job Description

Barrios Technology is an engineering solutions partner with more than 45 years of experience supporting NASA and the commercial space industry. We deliver innovative engineering, software, and technology integration services across NASA centers nationwide. Barrios prides itself on a people-focused culture that values creativity, diversity, professional growth, and a healthy work–life balance.

We are seeking Human Systems Integration Engineers to support the development and operations of the Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV), the next-generation lunar surface mobility system that will enable Artemis astronauts and commercial partners to explore the lunar surface.

** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening, however we do not have assurance at this time if and when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews.

Responsibilities

The Human Systems Integration Engineer will:

• Lead human systems integration activities such as concept trade studies, human-in-the-loop testing, crew task analysis, and human error analysis.
• Develop and evaluate human-system interfaces to ensure alignment with crew performance, safety, usability, and mission operational objectives.
• Apply engineering principles to requirements development, verification and validation, system and mission validation, and hardware/software integration and deployment.
• Provide technical human systems integration expertise during major project milestones and project reviews.
• Establish and lead working relationships with customer counterparts, requirement owners, and cross-functional personnel to promote mission success.
• Mentor team members with the implementation of human systems integration engineering techniques and working with cross-functional teams.
• Perform all other assigned duties.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• BS degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering school and ten (10) years of related human systems integration experience.
• Engineering experience working with human space systems.
• Applied working knowledge of engineering practices associated with the definition, design, development, verification, implementation, testing, integration, and validation of complex systems.
• Experience working on cross-discipline engineering teams.
• Knowledge of human space exploration programs (EHP, ISS, Orion, etc.).
• Knowledge of NASA human-rating and human factors requirements/standards (e.g. NPR 8705.2, NASA-STD-3001)
• Excellent communication skills (in both written and verbal), integration, coordination and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with customers and stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).

Preferences:

• INCOSE Certification.
• Project management or other leadership experience
• Experience with integration of suited crew members with space systems.
• Experience with Virtual Reality systems and models for rapid prototyping of human interfaces.
• Experience with requirement development, decomposition, documentation, and review.
• Experience developing technical documentation.
• Working experience with systems engineering tools, such as DOORs, MagicDraw, JAMA, or similar.
• Master of Science degree in Engineering.

Essential Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Applicant selected may be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Work may involve sitting for extended periods.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lb.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• Generally, an office environment but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.)
• 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 when required.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must put forward a 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.
• This position may require some commuting and traveling to other installations as needed.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity; for immediate consideration, apply now!

Barrios Technology is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in several states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.

Barrios Technology is an Equal Employment Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.