Location: US-CA-Sacramento
Job Overview: This position is for Summer 2009
Responsibilities:
Under close supervision and following specific detailed instructions, performs entry level Systems Engineering assignments. The position requires a limited use and/or application of basic principles, theories and
concepts of Systems Engineering for aerospace system development.
25% - Assist with development of rocket propulsion systems hardware and software requirements. Responsible for derivation and allocation of requirements, and coordinating requirements change management with IPT members. Defines and coordinates requirements verification plans with integrated product team members, plans and manages compliance assessment and certification.
25% - Assists with performing functional analysis and conducts system trade studies. Coordinates selection of optimized concept baselines through cost/benefit trades. Provides system fault tolerance, health monitoring, and/or control system algorithms.
25% - Assists with definition of rocket propulsion system architecture and objectives.
15% - Coordinates project risk assessment and management and prepares and reports results on compliance plans.
10% - Communicates results in oral presentations and written communication.
Qualifications:
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Systems Engineering or other appropriate science/discipline. Strong academic track record of success. Systems Engineering coursework and Rocket Propulsion course work strongly desired. U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other status as a U.S. Person required.
