Payload Integration Engineer

Payload Integration Engineer

The Payload Integration Engineer will perform Gateway and Moon to Mars (M2M) research payload integration support for the Gateway Program Mission Integration and Utilization Office (MI&U) and M2M Exploration Operations (ExOps) Office with NASA's International Space Station (ISS) Projects Office at Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC).

The Payload Integration Engineer responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Coordinating with Gateway module providers and subsystem managers regarding research systems, research payload integration, and utilization support.
• Coordinating with Artemis Program personnel regarding research systems, payload integration, and utilization support.
• Developing Artemis-level and/or Gateway payload integration processes and implementation plans, user's guides, and other utilization documentation.
• Representing the Gateway MI&U and/or M2M ExOps to potential payload developers or vehicle developers.
• Developing payload-specific documentation (interface requirements documents, integration agreements, operations products, etc.).
• Supporting payload developers in integrating their systems into the Gateway or Artemis elements.
• Reviewing technical documentation and requirements.
• Authoring technical documentation, including M2M utilization requirements documents.
• Developing requirements for ground equipment and facilities to test payloads during payload development and verification.
• Conducting trade studies.
• Developing presentations for and supporting Gateway-related and M2M-related control boards, panels, and working groups.
• Supporting Gateway, Artemis, and payload milestone reviews and action closures.
• Attend, participate, and support Technical Interchange Meetings (TIM) and Project Reviews.
• Provide inputs to the identification of action items, action closures, and minutes.

Qualifications

Degree in Engineering or related field is required. Degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred. Typically, educational requirement is a BS with 10 years of experience, or a master's with 8 years of experience.

The following skills and experience are required:

ISS or other spacecraft payload facility and/or research payload integration experience and a working knowledge of the NASA research payload integration processes and principles.

Understanding of the processes required to prepare hardware/payloads for launch and operations in a microgravity environment, including the processes associated with reviews, documentation, quality, and safety.

Strong problem-solving and stakeholder coordination skills.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Must be a US citizen

The following experience/knowledge is desired:

Systems engineering experience.

Experience with technical data integration, DOORS Next Generation, Microsoft Office, and knowledge of web-based tools such as Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint.

Spaceflight hardware/software development or integration experience.

Human spaceflight safety requirements and analysis experience.

Payload development/integration experience with hardware in an unpressurized environment (i.e., external payloads)

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%).

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (40%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).

Equipment and Machines

Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).

Attendance

Normal workday is from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.

Other Essential Functions

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

Compensation Details:

LC ES4 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting: 03/31/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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