Audio Systems Engineer – Gateway System

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 with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a n Audio Systems Engineer – Gateway System to join the team.

We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time 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:

Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for the Audio System of the Gateway Avionic Audio Sub-System, a critical sub-system of the Gateway Program which will return to the Moon

Develop and support sub-project Audio Electroacoustics Testing of hardware and verification data packages to support requirements, design, verification/validation and operations

Develop and support sub-project Audio VoIP or Packetized Audio Testing of hardware and verification data packages to support requirements, design, verification/validation and operations

Perform audio engineering functions of projects and provide user input feedback during the design process

Perform and review system-level architecture trade studies and analyses that will influence the overall electrical design and performance

Participate in test, verification, and operation of the as-built hardware

Manage and decompose requirements and support design integration activities across modules and with visiting vehicles

Evaluate milestone review materials as it fulfill the audio requirements of the system and engage with module provider companies

Work with team members and leads to identify risks, develop risk statements, and plan risk responses

Must have good communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment

Perform other duties as required

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidates 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 minimum of a bachelors degree in engineering and normally possess 5 – 10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.

5-10 minimum years of relevant experience in engineering

Advanced knowledge or class instruction within the audio domain

Experience or advance knowledge of Electroacoustics Testing

Experience or advanced knowledge of VoIP or Packetized Audio

Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings

Able to organize and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision

Experience working in a team environment

Requisition Preferences:

BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology from an accredited school

Knowledge of Flight Hardware and/or Flight Processes/Paperwork

Experience with NASA processes

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

Excellent personal and professional career growth

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

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.