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Environmental Control and Life Support (ECLS) Subsystem Manager

Oceaneering International, Inc.
United States, Texas, Houston
Mar 28, 2025
Company Profile

Oceaneering Space Systems (OSS) develops, integrates, and applies new and innovative technologies to meet the challenges of working in space and other harsh environments. We are ideally positioned to meet the growing needs of NASA and the expanding commercial and Department of Defense (DOD) markets.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments - from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers' challenges - from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.


Position Summary

Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Join our dynamic team as a Environmental Control and Life Support (ECLS) Subsystem Manager (CLDP abd ISS) and become a vital contributor to support NASA as an Oceaneering Teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. As an integral part of our organization, you'll play a crucial role in the Software Engineering & Subsystem Management section in the Engineering Department on the NASA JSC Engineering, Technology and Science II (JETS II) Contract.

This role will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of human spaceflight and deep space exploration programs. Your contributions will ensure that our services not only meet - but outperform all standards and expectations. As a Environmental Control and Life Support (ECLS) Subsystem Manager (CLDP and ISS), you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with a passionate team who shares your dedication to excellence. If you're seeking to immerse yourself in an environment where your skills and expertise will make a genuine impact, we invite you to join our team!

We are seeking someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to owning their work, and providing superior quality. You should be a person who thrives in a diverse environment and who is comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization. To be successful in this role, you should have a sense of genuine, engaging curiosity, and a desire for growth and continuous learning.

Someone in this role would typically have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of five (5) years of experience. This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.

**International travel may be required. Straight time overtime, 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), and/or 1 day of telework per week may be available**


Duties And Responsibilities

Some of your major responsibilities will include:

* The Environmental Control and Life Support (ECLS) Subsystem Manager will support both the Commercial Low-Earth Orbit Destinations Program (CLDP) and the International Space Station (ISS).

* 50% CLDP ECLS Support - The CLDP Team Member will:

o Provide general support for CLDP ECLS activities across multiple providers (working in a local ECLS team of ~5 individuals).

o Develop into the role of CLDP lead for the Axiom commercial provider.

o Provide system-level evaluation of commercial vehicle architecture, providing ISS ECLS data sharing/transfer, providing ISS ECLS lessons learned, developing/implementing requirements, supporting verification event review, etc. throughout the development lifecycle of these vehicles.

o Coordinate insight and transfer of NASA-controlled ECLS data, design information, knowledge capture and lessons learned to facilitate CLDP concept development.

o Engage in NASA-owned requirements development and implementation to support future NASA astronaut usage of the CLDP facilities.

o Assess and understand engineering drawings and sketches, test reports and analyses.

o Understand and utilize commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures for ECLSS hardware.

o Handle communications between various stakeholders (commercial providers, hardware providers, sustainers, JSC Engineering, Health and Human Performance, Safety & Mission Assurance, ISS and CLDP, etc.).

o Perform other duties as required.

o Some travel required.

* 50% ISS Temperature & Humidity Control Subsystem Manager will:

o Serve as the primary ISS ECLS Temperature & Humidity Control (THC) Subsystem Manager. This involves all aspects of THC hardware and associated ground/development/on-orbit activities/operations. Primarily this involves Boeing and subcontractor CFE hardware but also has aspects which are GFE (JSC or MSFC provided) or IP related (Energia or ESA).

o Work closely with ISS Program Vehicle Office Integrators, Boeing contractor subsystem teams, various project/hardware provider teams and other organizations to manage tasks and technical risks.

o Assume full oversight responsibility (with delegated authority but under the direction of the NASA ECLS System Manager) for all engineering and operations decisions for the THC subsystem.

o Support real time system operations, including periodic support in the ISS Mission Evaluation Room (MER) for specific on-orbit activities

o Support problem/failure resolution activities and resolution through various forums such as the ECLS SPRT and appropriate ISS Program boards

o Some travel required.

o ISS ECLS Manifesting Focal. Create and manage flight manifest requests (launch, return and disposal) for cargo packaging and planned consumables for a subset of ECLS subsystems on ISS.

o Perform other duties as required.


Qualifications

REQUIRED:

* A BS Engineering degree from an accredited engineering school and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience.

* A working knowledge of, and experience with, Space Vehicle flight operations, documentation, processes, and Program operation, particularly from an ISS perspective.

* An understanding/exposure to ECLS hardware and functionality (Highly Desired).

* A working knowledge of mechanical, fluid and pressure-based systems.

* Ability to coordinate across multiple organizations.

* Strong and clear communication skills, both technical and interpersonal, involving complex topics and real-time discussion/decision-making.

PREFERRED:

* A working knowledge of ISS or general space ventilation systems and hardware and/or ground based air conditioning systems.

* Knowledge of hardware certification and flight processes.

* Experience with ISS visiting vehicles.

* Be familiar with system/subsystem management roles.

* A strong working knowledge of the ISS Program (or similar NASA program), including use of boards/technical forums and support of space flight hardware activities.

* Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.

* Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

* Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.


Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity,national origin, veteran status,disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.


How To Apply

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.


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