US Deorbit Vehicle GN&C Simulation Engineer
About The Position
This position will work on the US Deorbit Vehicle (USDV) Team providing sim and modeling support of the USDV ISS visiting vehicle Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) systems in support of the final mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The selected applicant will provide math modeling, simulation development, integration, and testing of USDV GN&C systems using an established software process. They will perform and document simulation verification and validation (V&V), create and deliver math model and simulation documentation, identify team simulation tasks, resolve simulation issues, and assist team members. The role involves directly interacting with NASA customers and contractors during technical meetings and working groups, maintaining relationships with a diverse technical team, and performing other duties as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (or a related field) from an ABET accredited engineering school
- Experience with Linux, C/C++, FORTRAN, and Python
- Experience with version control systems
- Experience with orbital mechanics and GN&C principles
- Experience developing, verifying, and validating math models and simulations
- Knowledge in the development of GN&C algorithms and spacecraft system analysis
- Ability to apply knowledge/experience towards timely completion of technical products & services
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work in a multi-company team environment
- Strong leadership skills
Nice To Haves
- MS in Aerospace Engineering with a focus on GN&C, flight controls, and orbital mechanics
- Experience with spacecraft rendezvous, proximity operations, and docking
- Experience with the Station/Orbiter Multibody Berthing/Docking Analysis Tool (SOMBAT)
- Experience with Git/GitLab
- Experience with JSC TRICK Simulation Environment
- Experience with NASA NPR-7150.2
- Experience with simulation visualization and graphics packages
- Experience in product delivery and management
- Experience with requirements management tools
- Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink
Responsibilities
- Provide math modeling, simulation development, integration, and testing of USDV GN&C systems using an established software process.
- Perform and document simulation verification and validation (V&V)
- Create and deliver math model and simulation documentation
- Identify team simulation tasks, resolve simulation issues, and assist team members
- Directly interact with the NASA customers and contractors during technical meetings and working groups
- Maintain relationships with a diverse technical team
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax-saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
