Systems Project Engineer

Systems Project Engineer
Software Engineer I

NASA Glenn Research Center
Brook Park, OH

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

The Test Facilities Operation, and Engineering (TFOME III) Team, which includes Troy7, Sierra Lobo, HX5, Amentum & MSM, is currently seeking a Mechanical Test Engineer - Fuel Cell to join our team in Brook Park, Ohio to provide facility and test mechanical engineering support to NASA's Fuel Cell Laboratories. The TFOME team at the NASA Glenn Research Center provides engineering and technical services in the aeronautics, space power and propulsion test facilities. 

Responsibilities:

The Systems Project Engineer is responsible for overseeing all activities related to the organization’s information systems. This role ensures the effective planning, design, development, testing, and integration of systems infrastructure, including hardware and software components. The Systems Project Engineer provides leadership in requirements management, documentation, system configuration, project execution, and production transitions, while delivering technical support and troubleshooting to maintain operational reliability.

Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Collaborate and engage in engineering activities related to the organization’s information systems.
• Ensure alignment of system design and implementation with organizational goals and standards.
• Plan, design, develop, evaluate, test, and integrate systems infrastructure, including hardware and software.
• Oversee system implementation and ensure seamless integration of new technologies.
• Capture, analyze, and translate customer requirements into technical specifications.
• Define system and product requirements, including mechanical, electrical, and software performance and reliability standards.
• Create and maintain programmatic and technical documentation to support efficient planning and execution.
• Manage and document system configurations and oversee transitions into production environments.
• Lead and coordinate project planning activities, including scope definition, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk assessment.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and milestones, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and organizational objectives.
• Facilitate cross functional communication among engineering, operations, and stakeholder teams to ensure alignment and project transparency.
• Monitor project progress, identify issues, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Prepare and deliver project status reports, presentations, and supporting documentation for leadership and stakeholders.
• Support budgeting, cost tracking, and procurement activities related to project execution.

Education and Experience:

Must have a combination of the following: 

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• Or ten (10) years or more of systems engineering experience that includes software, hardware, or network engineering backgrounds.
• Experience in systems engineering, infrastructure design, or IT project management.
• Proven experience in planning, designing, and integrating complex hardware and software systems.
• Understanding of system architecture, configuration management, and production deployment processes.
• Ability to capture and translate customer requirements into actionable technical specifications.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong people skills, to include communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

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  Certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) are highly desireable.
  

Other Position Requirement:

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  Must be a US Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
  
  

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.

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CJ