Human Spaceflight Systems Engineer (TS Clearance)

Job Title: Human Spaceflight Systems EngineerLocation: Houston, TXJob Type: Direct HireCompensation: $61,900–$141,000 annually *This position is located in an area that requires special access. US citizenship required.Company: The name of our partner organization will be disclosed during the interview process. This is not a direct role with LaunchCode; it is a position through LaunchCode, working with one of our partner companies.Disclaimer: We are unable to provide work sponsorship for this role. We are unable to consider candidates for this role who have a current or future work sponsorship need (this includes those holding extended OPT Visas).Are you excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of human spaceflight? We are seeking a Human Spaceflight Systems Engineer, Mid to support mission-critical aerospace programs focused on advancing the next generation of crewed space exploration.This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys combining strong technical depth with systems-level thinking—someone who can see both the details and the bigger mission. You’ll work alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate complex systems, solve challenging technical problems, and support technologies that directly contribute to human spaceflight initiatives.From system architecture and integration planning to digital transformation and mission execution, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on programs pushing the boundaries of aerospace innovation. If you enjoy solving difficult engineering challenges and contributing to work that matters on a global scale, this is a chance to be part of something extraordinary.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport systems engineering and integration efforts for human spaceflight and advanced aerospace programsHelp design, integrate, and evolve complex systems involving hardware, software, and mission-critical componentsTranslate operational and mission requirements into scalable technical solutions and engineering specificationsWork across multiple engineering disciplines—including software, hardware, and ground systems—to ensure system compatibility and mission readinessIdentify technical gaps, integration challenges, and opportunities for improvement across interconnected systemsDrive technical problems through resolution while balancing engineering priorities, schedule considerations, and mission objectivesSupport systems architecture development, interface planning, and technical design reviewsParticipate in risk identification, root cause analysis, testing, deployment, and issue resolutionContribute to digital engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) initiativesDevelop and maintain technical documentation including requirements, interface control documents, and system architecture artifactsPartner with senior leadership, engineering teams, and stakeholders to support successful mission outcomesRequired Qualifications5+ years of experience in systems engineering or systems integration within space systems or aerospace environmentsExperience integrating hardware, software, and technical components into larger systems or system-of-systems environmentsAbility to work effectively across multiple engineering disciplines and programsAbility to assess complex technical challenges and drive solutions to completionStrong understanding of systems engineering fundamentals and integration planningAbility to balance technical requirements with broader programmatic constraintsBachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting Human Space Flight programsExperience identifying, analyzing, and managing program risks and technical issuesExperience supporting root cause analysis, validation, testing, and deployment across hardware, software, or ground systemsExperience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) in practical engineering environmentsExperience developing technical specifications, interface control documents, and system architecture documentationExperience using digital engineering tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect, IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS, or IBM RhapsodyStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectivelyMaster’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) Systems Engineering certificationWhy This OpportunityWork on programs directly supporting the future of human space explorationOpportunity to contribute to highly visible, mission-driven aerospace initiativesCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams solving complex engineering challengesExposure to cutting-edge digital engineering and systems integration technologiesLong-term career growth in an innovative and rapidly evolving aerospace environmentBe part of work that supports real-world missions and helps define what’s next in human spaceflight