Moonbase Test and Evaluation Facility Senior Engineer
Core
Manage test and evaluation facilities and capabilities for the Moonbase Program, specifically supporting NASA's lunar surface simulation efforts at the Texas A&M Space Institute.
Role type
Senior Project Engineer (Technical Project Management)
Builds
Lunar surface simulation test environments, integrated verification & validation (V&V) capabilities, and operational readiness for pressurized suit, rover, and habitat testing.
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems Engineering / Lunar Exploration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Facility operations management, safety compliance (OSHA/NASA), test schedule planning, stakeholder coordination, equipment asset management, security clearance eligibility, NASA program life cycle knowledge
Preferred skills
Advanced STEM degree, NASA mission operations experience, human-in-the-loop testing expertise, international partner coordination
Technologies
Lunar simulation facilities, pressurized EVA suits, rovers, landers, habitats, robotic systems
Responsibilities
Manage access to and readiness of large-scale indoor lunar surface testing facilities; Coordinate with NASA Moonbase Mission & Systems Interoperability office to execute test and evaluation plans; Develop and enforce safety protocols for pressurized suit and robotic operations; Plan and prioritize testing schedules and lead test preparation reviews; Oversee procurement, inventory, and maintenance of facility vehicles and equipment.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities
