Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Intuitive Machines
Job overview
The Lead Spacecraft Engineer at Intuitive Machines leads the integrated spacecraft design and technical execution across multiple missions, ensuring seamless subsystem integration and mission success.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing technical execution with project managers, developing and tracking vehicle technical budgets, managing design configurations, owning verification and validation plans, leading trade studies and failure resolution, coordinating subsystem interfaces, and supporting mission operations.
Experience and skills
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or related engineering fields with 7+ years in spacecraft systems engineering, leadership in integrated system design, expertise in V&V plans, risk management, FMEAs, and strong communication skills; Master's degree and 10+ years experience, lunar mission experience, and familiarity with NASA and aerospace standards are preferred.
Company information
Intuitive Machines is an innovative space company focused on cislunar space access, supporting NASA lunar missions and commercial lunar landings with a world-class team in spacecraft design and operations.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Houston, Texas.
Company overview
Intuitive Machines is a pioneering aerospace company specializing in lunar exploration and space technology solutions. They generate revenue through contracts with NASA and other commercial partners, providing services such as lunar lander development, space systems engineering, and data analytics. Founded in 2013, the company has played a crucial role in NASA's Artemis program, aiming to return humans to the Moon. Their mission is to expand human presence in space through innovative and cost-effective solutions.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your leadership in integrated spacecraft design and your experience managing cross-functional technical teams, emphasizing your role as a technical subject matter expert in spacecraft systems engineering.
Focus on showcasing your expertise in developing and executing verification and validation (V&V) plans, risk management, FMEA development, and your ability to lead trade studies and anomaly resolution efforts, as these are critical for the Lead Spacecraft Engineer role.
Apply through multiple channels including Intuitive Machines' corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you don't miss any openings or updates.
Connect on LinkedIn with current engineers and managers in the spacecraft systems or mission operations divisions at Intuitive Machines; start conversations by referencing recent lunar or cislunar missions the company is working on or by asking about their experience with NASA standards and mission execution.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'integrated spacecraft design,' 'V&V plans,' 'risk management,' 'FMEA,' 'trade studies,' and 'NASA systems engineering standards' to increase the chances of passing automated screenings.
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