Job Description

Do you love space?

Have you dreamed about being part of a team exploring our solar system?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team! 

Selected in June 2019 as NASA's next New Frontiers mission, and currently in development, Dragonfly takes a revolutionary approach to planetary exploration -- using a rotorcraft to fly between diverse locations, landing and sampling materials at more than two-dozen sites across Titan’s surface.

APL serves as the Dragonfly mission integrator, and as such is technically responsible for the design, development, testing, integration, launch, and operations of the mission, including the necessary insight and oversight of the flight and payload elements built by our external partner organizations, as well as the Dragonfly rotorcraft-lander. APL is also responsible for the operation of Dragonfly through launch, cruise, entry, descent, landing and Titan surface operations. 

The Deputy Mission System Engineer (DMSE) works with and supports the Mission System Engineer (MSE) in all areas.  Specific duties and tasks will be delegated by the MSE or Project Manager as the project progresses.  The DMSE acts as the project technical authority when the MSE is absent from project duties.  Specific technical leadership tasks that may be delegated to the DMSE include:

• Lead the Mission Systems Engineering Team (MSET) and engineering activities across the project.
• Perform and lead trade studies that have impact across the mission elements.
• Support the Project Manager in risk management
• Maintain a history of technical requirement and design changes throughout the lifecycle
• Lead mission-level technical meetings and systems engineering team meetings
• Capture and report required metrics, such as action item status, document status and delivery, technical performance, etc.
• Organize major project technical reviews
• Interact and provide technical information as needed to the NASA Standing Review Board and Technical Authority
• Develop formal communications through systems engineering documents, reports, proposals, and oral presentations

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you…

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field
• Have at least 10 years of systems engineering experience with the NASA mission or spacecraft development process
• Demonstrated technical leadership of large engineering teams delivering flight hardware
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have in-depth knowledge of the APL Quality Management System processes and procedures
• Be able to obtain a Secret clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

Desired Qualifications:

• Hold a Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Engineering or related field

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

• At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
• About Us
  
  APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
• APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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