Mission Evaluation Room (MER) Integrator/Manager

Barrios Technology is an engineering solutions partner with more than 45 years of experience supporting NASA and the commercial space industry. We deliver innovative engineering, software, and technology integration services across NASA centers nationwide. Barrios prides itself on a people-focused culture that values creativity, diversity, professional growth, and a healthy work-life balance.Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States, we have an exciting opportunity for a Gateway MER Integrator/Manager to support the MTIC contract embedded with NASA-JSC.Barrios employees actively participate in the growth of the commercial spaceflight industry through our partnerships with companies leading commercial space development, as well as successfully supporting NASA as our primary government customer. Our long history supporting Low Earth Orbit (LEO) on the International Space Station, and now Commercial LEO, lays the groundwork for future missions to the Moon through our work on Orion, Gateway, and the Space Launch System.The Gateway Mission Evaluation Room (MER) Integrator/Manager will:Lead establishment of the Gateway Mission Evaluation Room (MER) and train to support the MER during real time operationsLead development and integration of the Gateway MER facility into the Mission Control Center complex (includes but is not limited to activities such as voice loop setup, Mission Control access configuration, and other operational preparations)Lead diverse groups of subsystems engineers in both near real-time and real-time environmentDevelop, review, and comment on real-time processes, work instructions, procedures, flight rules, and mission documentation to ensure mission success and vehicle safetyInteract with all levels of management and engineering in the NASA Gateway program, NASA Engineering, NASA Flight Operations, and NASA Payloads organizationSupport and/or lead Multilateral/Anomaly Resolution Teams (MARTs/ARTs), Failure Investigation Teams (FITs) meetingsLead integrated teams supporting failure investigationsSupport Mission Management Team (MMT) meetingsSupport in conjunction with Orion and HLS MER(s)Perform other duties as requiredThis position is posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate’s experience, position requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised. Required Education/Experience/Skills:BS Degree in Engineering from an accredited Engineering school, plus fifteen (15) years of appropriate work experienceORBS Degree in Engineering from an accredited Engineering school, plus twenty (20) years of appropriate work experienceLeadership experience in the MER or real-time flight operationsKnowledge of product life cycle development, systems engineering & integration principles, and knowledge of associated engineering disciplinesExcellent communication skills (both written and verbal), integration, coordination, and presentation skillsDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively with customers and stakeholdersProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams)Preferred Education/Experience/Skills:Current or former flight controller certificationWorking experience with Human Space Exploration programs (Gateway, ISS, Orion, etc.)Experience with the integrated Gateway vehicle including subsystems and the interaction between those subsystemsWorking experience of associated engineering disciplines that integrate to address complex engineering systemsMaster of Science degree in EngineeringKnowledge of systems, tools, or initiatives that promote the digitization of the systems engineering & integration discipline, such as requirements management software (DOORS, DNG, JAMA, etc.), workflow management software (JIRA, Confluence, etc.), model-based systems engineering software (Cameo, MagicDraw, etc.), or other digital tools (SharePoint, Confluence, etc.)Experience with innovation or process improvements projects and initiativesAbility to independently manage multiple tasks concurrentlyEssential Requirements:Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigationPost offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol as outlined in our Drug Free Workplace policyWork may involve sitting for extended periodsMay require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbsMust have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessaryGenerally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on taskStandard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.)Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is criticalAbility to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements when requiredMust be able to work in a team atmosphereMust put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperationGrooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or othersThis position may require some commuting and traveling to other installations as neededDon’t miss out on this great opportunity; for immediate consideration, apply now!Barrios Technology is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in several states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.Barrios Technology is an Equal Employment Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Created: 2026-03-04