Senior Staff Crew Systems Engineer - Crew Systems IPT Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $133k - $175k

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a Crew Systems Lead

to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment.

Lunar Outpost is seeking a capable, experienced Crew Systems IPT Lead to lead the development and integration of human-facing systems for a NASA Class A human spaceflight program. This position combines work at the forefront of commercial spaceflight with excellence in human spaceflight through delivery of a safe, reliable, and capable system for the lunar surface.

As the Crew Systems IPT Lead, you will oversee a cross-functional team responsible for the end-to-end design, integration, and delivery of crew accommodations and interfaces. You will collaborate closely with human spaceflight stakeholders from NASA and the commercial industry, Lunar Dawn engineering teams across multiple disciplines, and subcontractors / suppliers to ensure that the LTVS solution meets rigorous human-rating and certification requirements.

Key Responsibilities :

• Serve as the technical and programmatic leader for the Crew Systems Integrated Product Team, accountable for performance, cost, and schedule.
• Lead the development of Crew System hardware and software, including (but not limited to) : displays and controls, seating and restraints, lighting, stowage, ingress / egress systems, and human-machine interfaces.
• Collaborate closely and extensively with human spaceflight customers at NASA, across numerous human-related offices, to ensure a satisfactory Crew Systems solution
• Ensure compliance with all applicable NASA Class-A requirements, including human systems integration, safety, and certification standards
• Contribute to the definition and management of requirements, interfaces, and verification plans across internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate technical work across mechanical, electrical, software, thermal, safety, and systems engineering disciplines.
• Own the integration and validation of crew systems through design reviews, ground testing, and flight readiness milestones (e.g.,

CDR, FRR).

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

engineering or management discipline

Any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon Lunar Outpost receiving the LTVS Phase II contract from NASA. If the contract is not awarded to Lunar Outpost, this offer will be considered null and void, without further obligation to Lunar Outpost.

Lunar Outpost is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against protected characteristics (gender, age, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status). We want all employees (including executives and HR) to treat others with respect and professionalism.