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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.​

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

NASA- Payload Operations Safety Engineer 2       Exempt

Job Code: 414B                                                                  Salary Grade: G06

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Summary:

Support of the Payload Safety Review Panel for all phases of payload safety reviews. Assignments tend to be of moderate complexity, diversification or expense. Receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and process to meet goals outlined. Normally receives instructions on new projects or assignments.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Responsible for leading the evaluation of safety data packs from a Payload Operations Integration (POI) perspective and gathering comments and operational requirements and ensuring those requirements get implemented into the safety analysis.
• Responsible for hazard control evaluation, extraction, and incorporation into POI Safety’s database (PHCM). 
• Required to evaluate and assist in development of ops products to include, crew procedures, ground command procedures, flights rules and crew training regarding operational hazard control enforcement. 
• Required to conduct an Increment Safety Briefing to ISS crew. 
• Required to analyze Operations Change Requests, Flight Notes, CHIT’s (Mission Action Request System) and other change traffic and work with Mission Evaluation Room (MER) Safety via various control boards to achieve a safe resolution to possible safety issues. POI Safety is responsible for enforcement of all applicable operational constraints for payloads. 

Supervisory Responsibilities                                                   

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies  

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Design - Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reasoning to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Interpersonal Skills - Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values.
• Judgment - Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Quality - Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions.  Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions.
• Initiative - Seeks increased responsibilities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• undefinedQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Education and/or Experience                                                  Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in a related field and a minimum of 2 years’ experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Requires understanding of operations in a laboratory environment.  Experience with anomalies, troubleshooting, emergency response, and handling hazardous materials are a plus. Language SkillsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financialreports, and legal documents.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints fromcustomers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.  Ability to writespeeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.  Abilityto effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards ofdirectors. Mathematical Skills                                                         Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, andpermutations.  Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution,determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory,and factor analysis. Reasoning Ability                                                              Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret anextensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstractand concrete variables. Computer Skills                                                   To perform this job successfully, an individual should have the ability to use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data or process information. Other Essential DutiesFollows all import/export requirements, consulting with facility import/export personnel as required. Other Skills and AbilitiesBasic Knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/6 Sigma/KaizenKnowledge of specific software (design, analysis, ERP…)Other QualificationsActive Government Security ClearanceUS Citizenship with ability to attain/maintain government security clearance. Position may require one or more of the following (Site/CBU Specific):U.S. Person for access to ITAR-Controlled Technical Data. ITAR regulations dictate that information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be shared with US Persons unless authorization from the Department of State is received or a special exemption is used.A "U.S. person" can be1.      A U.S. citizen;2.      A permanent resident who does not work for a foreign company, a foreign government, or a foreign governmental agency/organization;3.      A political asylee;4.      A part of the U.S. government, or5.      A corporation, business, organization, or group that is incorporated in the United States under U.S. law. A foreign person is any person who is not a lawful permanent resident of the US and includes foreign governments and organizations.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsAbility to travel (domestically/internationally) approximately __+/-10_%. Physical/Mental Demands The physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The amount of time spent in the following physical activities is indicated by an “X” next to the appropriate boxes below.  (NOTE:  In a workday, “Occasionally” equals 1% to 33%, “Frequently,” 34% to 66% “Continuously,” 67% to 100%)   Physical ActivityNoneOccasionally (less than 1/3)Frequently (1/3 to 2/3)Continuously (more than 2/3)Stand  X Walk  X Sit   XUse hands to handle or feel   XReach with hands and arms  X Climb or balance X  Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl X  Push/Pull  X Vision -  Close Vision   XVision – Distance Vision  X Vision -  Color Vision   XVision -  Peripheral Vision  X Vision -  Depth Perception  X Vision -  Ability to adjust focus   XHear   XTalk   XTaste and SmellX                                          Amount of Time CARRYING                 Amount of Time LIFTING NoneOccaFreqCont NoneOccaFreqContUp to 10 lbs. X    X  11-24 lbs. X    X  25-34 lbs. X    X  35-50 lbs.X    X   51-74 lbs.X    X   More than 75 lbs.X    X     √MENTAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS COMPREHENSIONXAbility to understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other informationXAbility to understand, remember and communicate routine, factual informationXAbility to understand complex problems and to collaborate and explore alternative solutionsXAbility to understand opposing points of view on highly complex issues and to negotiate and integrate different viewpoints ORGANIZATIONXAbility to organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminologyXAbility to organize and prioritize own work schedule on short-term basis (longer than one month) Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on a short-term basis Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on a long-term basis REASONING and DECISION MAKINGXAbility to apply common sense in performing jobXAbility to make decisions which have moderate impact on immediate work unitXAbility to make decisions which have significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside immediate work unit Ability to make decisions which have significant impact on the department’s credibility, operations, and services COMMUNICATIONXAbility to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelinesXAbility to complete routine forms, use existing form letters and/or conduct routine oral communicationXAbility to compose letters, outlines, memoranda, and basic reports and/or to orally communicate technical informationXAbility to communicate with individuals utilizing a telephone; requires ability to hear and speak effectively on phoneXAbility to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word, communicating orally with others accurately, loudly, and quicklyXAbility to make formal presentations, inside and/or outside the organization. Speaking before groups Ability to compose materials such as detailed reports, work-related manuals, publications of limited scope or impact, etc., and/or to make presentations outside the immediate work area Ability to formulate complex and comprehensive materials such as legal documents, authoritative reports, official publications of major scope and impact, etc., and/or to make formal presentations MATHEMATICS No mathematical ability is requiredXAbility to count accuratelyXAbility to add, subtract, multiply, divide and to record, balance, and check results for accuracy XAbility to compute, analyze, and interpret numerical data for reporting purposesXAbility to compute, analyze, and interpret complex statistical data and/or to develop forecasts and computer models Additional comments regarding mental capability requirements:    Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The amount of time exposed to the following environmental conditions is shown by the “X” in the appropriate boxes below. (NOTE: In a workday, “Occasionally” equals 1% to 33%, “Frequently,” 34% to 66% “Continuously,” 67% to 100%)Environmental ConditionsNoneOccasionally (less than 1/3)Frequently (1/3 to 2/3)Continuously (more than 2/3)Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)X   Work near moving mechanical parts X  Contact with moving mechanical equipment X  Work in high, precarious placesX   Vapors, fumes or airborne particles (any origin)X   Toxic or caustic chemicalsX   Outdoor weather conditionsX   Extreme cold (non-weather)X   Extreme heat (non-weather)X   Risk of electrical shockX   Work with explosivesX   Risk of radiationX   VibrationX   Noise  (VQ = Very quiet conditions, Q = Quiet Conditions, M= Moderate Noise, L= Loud Noise, VL = Very Loud Noise)  M  By signing below, I acknowledge I have received a copy of the above job description. _________________________________________________                                        ________________________________Print Name (Employee)                                                                              Date ________________________________________________Signature (Employee)  
  

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne 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 or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ​