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The Payload Integration Engineer will provide Human Landing System (HLS) utilization payload integration support for the HLS Program Systems Engineering and Integration (SEandI) Office at Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). On the HLS Program, utilization payloads refer to payloads designed for the purposes of science, research, development, test and evaluation, public outreach, and education. Description of Duties: The Utilization Payload Integration Engineer responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Coordinating with HLS Provider(s) regarding utilization payload requirements and interfaces, utilization payload integration, and utilization support Coordinating with HLS, Moon to Mars (M2M), and other M2M program personnel (e.g. Gateway, Orion, Extravehicular Activity and Human Surface Mobility Program (EHP), etc.) regarding utilization payload interfaces, utilization payload integration, and utilization support Reviewing HLS Program documentation, including interface requirements documents (IRDs), systems requirements documents (SRDs), Concepts of Operation (ConOps), whitepapers, plans, charters, etc. Reviewing Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate (ESDMD)-level, M2M-level, and other M2M program documentation from an HLS utilization perspective Authoring new or modifying existing HLS Program requirements relating to utilization payload interfaces Developing HLS-specific utilization payload documentation, including interface requirements documents, interface control documents, payload users guides, operations products, etc. Supporting the development of M2M-level and cross-Program utilization payload integrated processes and associated products, from the HLS Program perspective Representing the HLS Utilization Payload Team to M2M Exploration Operations (EO) and other M2M programs in cross-program boards, panels, and working groups Reviewing HLS Provider design data, deliverables, verification events, ConOps, and proposals Serving as a direct interface between payload developers and HLS/M2M Shepherding payload developers through the process of integration with HLS (includes gathering payload inputs and data, integration agreement development, procedure development, ICD development, build and maintenance of payload integration schedules, manifesting, Certification of Flight Readiness (CoFR) support, etc.) Job Requirements: A degree in Engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years applicable experience is required. A degree from an ABET accredited institution is preferred. 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. Possess a high level of initiative with strong problem-solving skills and demonstrate a proactive approach to coordination with stakeholders, payload funding sources, and organizations. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Desired: Systems engineering experience. Hardware integration experience.