Systems Engineer – ECLSS Subsystems Manager
Engineer III
ADV0004NS
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, Texas

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team in Houston, Texas at NASA Johnson Space Center in support of the ECLSS program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Be a Subsystem Manager for the International Space Station (ISS) ECLS System including the following:
  • ISS Air Revitalization Systems (ARS), including but not limited to:
    • Carbon Dioxide Removal Assembly (CDRA)
    • Major Constituent Analyzer (MCA)
    • Trace Contaminant Control Subsystem (TCCS)
    • Sample Delivery System (SDS)
    • Lithium Hydroxide (LiOH) Canisters
    • Carbon Dioxide Removal Kit (CRK)
    • Thermal Amine Scrubber (TAS)
    • Four Bed Carbon Dioxide Scrubber (FBCO2)
    • Carbon Dioxide Adlink (CDA) Sensors
  • ISS ECLS Interface:
    • Carbon Dioxide Removal Technical Interchange Meeting (CO2 Removal TIM)
    • Operational CO2 Working Group (CO2WG)
    • Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) Air Sensors (CMACS)
    • Crew Alternative Sleeping Accommodation (CASA) (CO2 expert)
    • Primary interfaces will include Boeing, ISS Engineering, ISS Human Health and Performance, ISS Program, and ISS Safety focals.
  • Assume full oversight responsibility (under the direction of the NASA ECLS System Manager) for all engineering and operations decisions for the ARS related topics.
  • Work closely with ISS Program Vehicle Office Integrator, Boeing contractor team, and other organizations to manage tasks and technical risks.
  • Support real time system operations, including periodic support in the ISS Mission Evaluation Room (MER).
  • Support problem/failure resolution activities.
  • Handle communications between various hardware providers and sustaining organizations.
  • Take point in exchanging information with a wide range of stakeholders including the ISS Program, JSC Engineering, Vehicle Office, Collins Aerospace, Boeing, and Marshall Space Flight Center.
  • Some travel required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the ISS ECLS System Manager.

Education and Experience:
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.

• BS in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school
• Five (5) years of related experience.
• A working knowledge of mechanical, fluid, and pressure-based systems.

Preferences:

• Have an understanding/exposure to ISS ECLS functions and related hardware.
• A working knowledge of, and experience with, Space Vehicle flight operations and documentation.
• Knowledge of hardware certification and flight processes.
• Be familiar with major atmospheric constituents and trace atmospheric contaminants, associated risks to humans and hardware, and how those gases interact within a zero-g system.
• Prior knowledge and experience with atmospheric sensing and scrubbing.
• Be familiar with system/subsystem management roles.
• Be able to coordinate across multiple organizations.
• Be familiar with the functions of the ISS Program boards and technical forums and able to develop and clearly communicate information to those ISS Program boards and technical forums.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

COVID-19 Regulations: As a federal government contractor, HX5 complies with all customer, federal, state, and local requirements regarding COVID-19 regulations, including COVID-19 vaccinations and testing requirements. This means that our employees and new hires, whether working at a customer site, working remotely, or working in an HX5 facility, will need to adhere to applicable COVID-19 requirements. These requirements may include vaccination, attestations regarding your vaccination status and/or COVID-19 testing, and you may be required to show proof of vaccination and/or negative test results as a condition of your employment. Requests for an accommodation will be reviewed and assessed under applicable laws and regulations.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.