Safety and Mission Assurance Engineer (5222C), Space Sciences Laboratory - #83960

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Departmental Overview

The Space Sciences Laboratory (SSL) is an Organized Research Unit (ORU) of the Berkeley campus reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Research. SSL's primary goal is to foster research in space-related sciences and to provide education for the next generation of space scientists. Research at SSL, led by Berkeley faculty and SSL Senior Fellows, focuses on experiments and observations carried out in space as well as theoretical and basic research.

Position Summary

Involves engineering design and development of aerospace systems including scientific instruments for spacecraft and satellite command and control systems. Ensures the safe integration and testing of spacecraft to the launch vehicle and coordinates their operation in orbit.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 02/10/2026.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional engineering information and advice to systems engineers and management in area of Safety and Mission Assurance.
• Plans, organizes and supervises lower level engineers and technical staff engaged in design, construction and testing of space flight instruments in the area of Safety and Mission Assurance.
• Consults and collaborates with Principal Investigators (PIs), shop personnel, vendors and other component engineers in the area of Safety and Mission Assurance.
• Carries system engineering responsibility covering relevant engineering specialties engaged in the instrument level in the area of Safety and Mission Assurance.

• Gathers, analyzes and prepares information and prepare reports with respect to feasibility, engineering design criteria and performance of their components in the area of Safety and Mission Assurance.

Required Qualifications

• Thorough skills in the design, development and construction of space systems, including one successful aerospace product.
• Specialist in discipline of safety and mission assurance for Aerospace Engineering.
• Thorough systems knowledge of other engineering specialties in order to integrate at the instrument level.
• Ability to successfully pass a NASA visual acuity test. Must be able to obtain and maintain vision certification in accordance with NASA-STD-8739 workmanship standards. Documentation of compliance must be provided within 23 months of hire and maintained as required. Additional information will be provided if selected for an interview.
• Ability to travel up to 25% to meet operational and business needs of the position.
• Advanced degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough skills in supervising lower-level professional engineering and technical staff to ensure objectives are met in adherence to quality standards.
• Post-graduate level course work in related area.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $140,000.00 - $175,000.00. The full pay scale for this classification is $124,700.00 - $240,900.00.

• This is a full-time (40 hours/week), career position that is eligible for UC Benefits.
• This is an exempt monthly-paid position.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Driving Required

• Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.

Other Information

• This position will be governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Research and Public Service Professionals, represented by the UAW.
• This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Misconduct

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.