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Actalent FDIR-FSW Systems Engineer in Houston, Texas
Exciting Remote FDIR-FSW Systems Engineer Opportunity!!
Job Description
As a Senior FDIR-FSW Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for defining fault detection actions at both system and subsystem levels, documenting platform-payload interactions for satellite-level FDIR, and collaborating with the operations team to define FDIR-related contingency scenarios. Your role will involve refining the FDIR strategy using customer input, developing FDIR test plans with the FSW team, determining spacecraft-level FDIR tests with the AI&T team, and reviewing FMECAs to provide feedback on failure mode detection, isolation, and recovery. Additionally, you will align operations documents with the FDIR strategy, provide inputs to the satellite DB team, and ensure design compliance with FDIR requirements.
Responsibilities
Define fault detection actions at system and subsystem levels.
Document platform-payload interactions for satellite-level FDIR.
Collaborate with the operations team to define FDIR-related contingency scenarios.
Refine FDIR strategy using customer input.
Develop FDIR test plans with the FSW team for FlatSat and DSS.
Determine spacecraft-level FDIR tests with the AI&T team.
Review FMECAs with various teams and provide feedback on failure mode detection, isolation, and recovery.
Align Operations documents and FDIR strategy by providing input to Operations Procedures, Manuals, and Satellite test procedures.
Provide inputs to the satellite DB team for parameters and monitors by reviewing ICDs.
Ensure design compliance with FDIR requirements by reviewing payload, platform, and subsystem design.
Review Operations Procedures to ensure alignment with the FDIR strategy.
Evaluate FDIR test artifacts to determine test success and troubleshoot non-compliances.
Develop Verification & Validation Matrices for platform and payload FDIR requirements.
Support payload team in defining payload FDIR and its impact on satellite-level FDIR.
Assist the operations team for In-Orbit Test (IOT), anomaly resolution, and FDIR.
Support ICD development activities for both hardware and software/database.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a relevant field.
At least 10 years of relevant practical experience.
Previous experience with LEO/MEO satellite systems.
Strong cross-functional team collaboration skills.
Experience with analysis of satellite systems and subsystems.
Familiarity and/or experience with FMECAs and/or Fault Tree Analysis.
Understanding of how failures can propagate through a system.
Ability to decompose system level failures down to the unit level and back up from the unit to the system level.
Knowledge of satellite FSW and how monitors work for FDIR.
Knowledge of how to test hardware and software for FDIR.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience in Constellation FDIR.
Creation of Fault Trees and FMECAs.
Experience with reliability analysis.
Working knowledge of PUS services.
Experience with mentoring junior engineers.
Experience with FDIR on embedded systems.
Experience with payload FDIR.
Knowledge of MS Excel for engineering analyses.
Knowledge of requirements management tools such as DOORS, Windchill, or Jama.
Demonstrated capability to work efficiently with little to no supervision.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of French is a plus.
Work Environment
This is a remote opportunity with travel once a quarter for 3-5 days, fully expensed. You will be working for an international space company with over 400+ successful missions. This role offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment, where you will engage with advanced technologies and work alongside a team of dedicated professionals.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $95.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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