NASA Lunar Gateway Flight Software Architect&Systems Engineer, Houston

Job Description

Job Description

LZ Technology (LZT) is seeking seasoned

Flight Software Architect and Systems Engineer

to support NASA’s

Lunar Gateway

program. The Gateway will orbit the Moon, serving as a hub for lunar missions and deep space exploration. This role focuses on leading technical efforts in flight software architecture, autonomous systems, and data engineering across multiple vehicle systems. Key Responsibilities: Lead design and analysis of flight software systems, data flow, and autonomous behaviorsEvaluate and communicate software architecture concepts and implementation strategies Analyze system-level and device-level data flow, throughput, and adaptive data management Perform systems engineering across vehicle subsystems and ground support domains Support manual and autonomous mission planning for flight operationsCoordinate flight software issues across programs and engineering teams Interface with NASA, international partners, and contractors Participate in program reviews and provide feedback on software design and risks Support verification and validation activities, including root cause analysis Required Qualifications:U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident B.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field 10–15 years of experience in systems engineering and/or software systems engineering Expertise in software architecture and common frameworks Strong data analysis skillsExcellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities independently Preferred Skills&Experience: M.S./PhD in relevant engineering discipline Experience integrating data products with software Background in human-rated, safety-critical flight software Knowledge of autonomous systems, distributed systems, fault management, and mission planning Familiarity with Time-Triggered Ethernet (TTE)Experience with cybersecurity assessments for embedded systems Proven ability to coordinate technical issues across engineering teams Please Note: We are currently identifying top talent for potential roles supporting NASA’s

Moon to Mars mission . While this position is in the early stages of recruitment, we are proactively conducting candidate outreach and preliminary screenings. If you're passionate about space exploration and eager to contribute to this groundbreaking initiative, we encourage you to apply now to be considered once the role is finalized.About LZT: LZT is an emerging engineering and technical services firm supporting government programs including NASA, NSF, and DoD, as well as commercial clients. We foster innovation, continuous improvement, and a culture built on leadership, safety, quality, and creativity. LZT is an Equal

Opportunity/Affirmative

Action Employer–

Females/Minorities/Protected

Veterans/Individuals

with Disabilities.