Date Posted:
2023-10-23
Country:
United States of America
Location:
07: Building 07 Houston TX 18050 Saturn Lane, Houston, TX, 77058 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
Principal Health and Human Performance Engineer - Space Systems (Onsite)
Position Overview:
The Health and Human Performance Engineer in the Space Industry is responsible for ensuring the physical and mental well-being of astronauts during space missions. This position focuses on designing, implementing, and evaluating systems and technologies that support the health, safety, and performance of crew members in the challenging environment of space. The Health and Human Performance Engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions and optimize human performance in space exploration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement health and human performance programs:
- Design and implement programs to monitor and improve crew members’ physical and mental health during space missions.
- Develop protocols and procedures for medical assessments, exercise routines, nutrition plans, sleep schedules, and psychological support.
- Conduct research to identify potential health risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Design and optimize life support systems:
- Collaborate with engineers and scientists to design life support systems that maintain a safe and habitable environment for crew members.
- Develop and test technologies to recycle air, water, and waste products to ensure sustainability during long-duration space missions.
- Evaluate and optimize life support systems to enhance crew comfort, safety, and performance.
- Conduct research and data analysis:
- Collect and analyze data related to crew members’ health, performance, and well-being.
- Use statistical methods to identify trends, correlations, and potential areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with research teams to develop evidence-based strategies for enhancing crew performance and well-being.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams:
- Work closely with engineers, scientists, medical professionals, and mission control teams to integrate health and human performance considerations into mission planning and spacecraft design.
- Provide expertise and guidance on human factors, ergonomics, and human-machine interfaces to enhance crew safety and efficiency.
- Participate in collaborative problem-solving and decision-making processes to address challenges related to crew health and performance.
- Maintain compliance with regulations and standards:
- Stay updated on relevant regulations, policies, and standards related to crew health and safety.
- Ensure compliance with international space agency requirements and industry best practices.
- Provide input and support for the development of guidelines and standards related to health and human performance in space exploration.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (typically in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience OR In absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience is required
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering, human factors engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field. A master’s or Ph.D. is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of human physiology, psychology, and performance optimization.
- Familiarity with space environment and its impact on human health and performance.
- Experience in designing and implementing health and human performance programs.
- Proficiency in data analysis and statistical methods.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations, policies, and standards in the space industry.
Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal
- Ovia Health, fertility and family planning
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessions
- Redbrick - Incentives for a Healthy You
- Autism Benefit
- Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
- Adoption Assistance
- Best Doctors, second opinion program
- And more!
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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