International Space Station (ISS) Deorbit Subject Matter Expert (SME)

The Aerospace Corporation•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Human Exploration and Spaceflight (HESF) Sub-Division, within the NASA Programs Division (NPD) of CSG, maintains the company subject matter expertise for human spaceflight. HESF supports NASA and its bold human exploration missions from the NASA Headquarters Mission Directorates, to the Moon to Mars Office, down to every Artemis Program in operation. We also support the International Space Station (ISS), Commercial LEO Development Program, Commercial Crew Program, Human Health & Performance. And the Gateway Program. HESF support spans from architecture and mission design, to technology development, requirements and design reviews, and finally to verification, safety, and on orbit operational reviews and concurrences. The ISS Deorbit SME (Senior Project Engineer- Technical Project Management) will support the ISS Program Office (OB7/VIPER) by assisting the NASA ISS Deorbit Manager in all capacities to define, analyze, and assess the various options for eventually deorbiting the ISS safely. This includes, but is not limited to, representing the NASA ISS Deorbit Manager as needed on all panels and reviews. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, mathematics, or another related STEM discipline is required
At least (10) years of orbital/deorbit analysis experience, including procedures development, mission integration, and mission execution is required
A record of increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or program management environment
Superior analytical, planning, problem solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to effectively utilize oral and written communication to express concepts and recommendations to personnel at all technical and managerial levels
Proven expertise and ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary setting, manage multiple concurrent tasks, and provide direction on competing priorities
Proven ability to make timely, informed decisions and resolve conflicts in high-pressure environments.
Excellent teaming and leadership skills with an ability to multi-task across various issues/disciplines simultaneously
Excellent presentation and communications skills, including development of and briefing of decision packages and complex information in a succinct and polished manner.
Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site/domestically/internationally
This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government.
U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred
Ten years of experience with NASA Programs
Experience performing or leading technical and programmatic tasks for NASA, especially Human Space Flight is preferred

Responsibilities

Providing full-time support to the OB7/VIPER team’s ISS Deorbit Technical Manager.
Employing technical subject matter expertise in all aspects of ISS deorbit trajectory planning
Performing risk trades for orbit shape
Assessing deorbit operations
Performing ground track trade studies
Accomplishing other tasks as required
Performing as back up for ISS Deorbit Technical Manager
Substituting at all Program Level meetings as required
Providing insight/oversight as needed for all technical activities

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect