Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Systems Engineer - Commercial Space

Exciting opportunities and partnerships molding the future of space exploration have led to the need for a Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Systems Engineer - Commercial Space (Remote Eligible) on the Commercial Space Team.

Our Commercial Space team is positioned to contribute to the future of space exploration as we build partnerships with established leaders in Commercial Space. The Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Systems Engineer will have the opportunity to play in a role in various commercial space endeavors. 

Building on more than four decades of experience in providing innovative integration solutions for government and commercial space programs, Barrios offers an extensive range of engineering, software, and related technology integration services in support of the aerospace community. As a woman-owned and operated small business, we are a people-focused company that supports professional development, while working to ensure that you maintain a healthy work-life balance. 

Barrios employees actively participate in the growth of the commercial spaceflight industry through our partnerships with companies leading commercial space development, as well as successfully supporting NASA as our primary government customer. Our long history supporting Low Earth Orbit (LEO) on the International Space Station, and now Commercial LEO, lays the groundwork for future missions to the Moon through our work on Orion, Gateway, and the Space Launch System. 

The Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Systems Engineer - Commercial Space will:

• Provide Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) expertise in the training of NASA and Barrios employees.
  
• Work closely with Gateway stakeholders to maintain common MBSE standards and guidelines in their systems models.
  
• Aid in the development of systems models for the Gateway program to ensure consistency across the program.
  
• Apply systems engineering principles and techniques to requirements validation, product development, product integration, requirements verification, system validation, and hardware/software product deployment.
  
• Build an understanding of the product life cycle to perform concept trade studies, requirements management, test & verification, and modeling and analysis.
  
• Investigate process improvement initiatives that promote the progression of Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) expertise within a more digitized SE&I environment.
  
• Establish working relationships with customer counterparts, requirement owners, and commercial teammates’ key personnel to promote SE&I functions.
  
• Support SE&I activities such as requirements identification, development, verification, and tracking
  
• Develop processes and strategies to support cross-functional teams supporting integration, analysis, and testing.
  
• Provide technical systems knowledge during major project milestones and project reviews.
  
• Perform other duties as required.
  

This position is posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate’s experience, position requirements and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised. 

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• BS Degree in Engineering from an accredited Engineering school, plus ten (10) years of appropriate work experience
  

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• BS Degree in Engineering from an accredited Engineering school, plus fifteen (15) years of appropriate work experience.

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• BS Degree in Engineering from an accredited Engineering school, plus twenty (20) years of appropriate work experience.

• Working experience using MagicDraw, or equivalent industry standard MBSE tools, to create and manage systems models.
  
• Applied knowledge of product life cycle development, sound systems engineering & integration principles, and strong working knowledge of associated engineering disciplines.
  
• Applied working knowledge of systems engineering practices associated with the definition, design, development, verification, implementation, testing, integration, and validation of complex systems.
  
• Excellent communication skills (in both written and verbal), integration, coordination and presentation skills.
  
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with customers and stakeholders.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).
  

 Preferences:

• Master of Science degree in Systems Engineering or equivalent engineering discipline from an accredited engineering school.
• Ability to provide technical leadership in the application of MBSE principles.
• Experience requirements management tools, such as DOORS Next Generation (DNG).
• Experience with multiple MBSE software platforms.
• Working experience with Human Space Exploration programs (Gateway, ISS, Orion, etc.).
• INCOSE System Engineering Professional Certification.

Work Location:

• Ideally, you will be located in the Houston, TX area to support onsite operations.  That said, Barrios strives to maintain a flexible, and diverse working environment for our people. Barrios currently offers flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, to help reinforce our strong commitment to providing greater work-life balance and flexibility.

Essential Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol as outlined in our Drug Free Workplace policy.
• Applicant selected may be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Work may involve sitting for extended periods.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lb.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• Generally, an office environment but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.)
• 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 when required.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must put forward a 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.
• This position may require some commuting and traveling to other installations as needed.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity; for immediate consideration, apply now!

Barrios Technology is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in several states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.

Barrios Technology is an Equal Employment Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.