NASA IV&V Systems Engineer

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a System Engineer to support a dynamic program based at NASA’s Katherine Johnson Independent Verification and Validation Facility in Fairmont, WV. 

This position will require the ability to obtain a public trust clearance.

Perform various Systems / Software Engineering activities on NASA Spacecraft and Launch Vehicle systems throughout NASA software development lifecycle phases, including analyses of concept of operations, requirements, detailed design, interfaces, static code, software, software and hardware-in-the-loop testing, and independent testing.

• Assess development artifacts for correctness, completeness, consistency, ambiguity, and feasibility with regards to technical references when evaluating requirements, design, algorithms, code, and test artifacts provided across the software development life cycle
• Analysis performed on draft and final products delivered for peer reviews, development build releases, and formal testing. 
• Responsible for utilizing documentation and experience to develop technical understanding, perform detailed assessments, and document issues, risks, and reports in accordance with standards and best practices. Documentation of technical understanding may include notes, reference summaries, charts, flow diagrams, scenarios, formal modeling, coverage / traceability assessments, risk assessments, technical engineering principles, theories, concepts, and heritage applicable to the mission. 
• Responsible for understanding work processes and methodologies, best practices, NASA standards, system and software specifications.
• Work independently as well as closely with other members of the team to build team cohesion, brainstorm, share knowledge, develop/update approaches, perform peer reviews, and provide recommendations to promote growth and confidence in performing IV&V analyses.

Qualifications

Bachelors in relevant field and four (4) years or more experience, or Masters and two (2) years experience or years of experience in leiu of degree

BENEFICIAL EXPERIENCE:  Specific knowledge of and experience working with spacecraft subsystems, especially related to one or more of the following: propulsion systems; guidance, navigation, and control; command and data handling; fault management; sensor data processing and state estimation.  Experience and/or training in any of the following areas is also beneficial:  software languages (e.g., C/C++, Java); analysis techniques (e.g. static code analysis, software testing, requirements analysis); NASA processes and standards.  Familiarity with modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB-Simulink, Enterprise Architect, MagicDraw) or ability to learn would be helpful. 

JOB COMMUNICATIONS: Excellent written and verbal communications skills are required. Experienced use of Microsoft Office and/or SharePoint is a plus. 

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

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