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Jacobs GN&C - Rendezvous and Proximity Operations Deorbit Vehicle Oversight Engineer in Houston, Texas
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Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. Jacobs is NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Rendezvous and Proximity Operations Deorbit Vehicle Oversight Engineer to join the team with JETS II Teammate Company, Nexus Solutions.
** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. **
This position will work on the JETS ISS Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Capture (RPOC) Team providing technical oversight, program integration, and certification of ISS visiting vehicle Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) systems in support of the US Deorbit Vehicle (USDV) mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The selected applicant will:
Certify GN&C system requirements compliance through review of analysis and test reports, including assessment of navigation sensor performance, trajectory dispersions, and other GN&C parameters
Certify fault tolerance safety requirements compliance through review of GN&C related hazard reports and associated verification evidence, including communicating issues to a Safety Review Panel
Identify and recommend solutions to GN&C/RPO performance issues
Communicate status of compliance reviews to ISS program management
Conduct performance assessments on visiting vehicle GN&C data for Program compliance
Review Monte Carlo trajectory analyses using independent 6 degrees-of-freedom simulations
Provide input to operational products, such as flight rules and on-orbit demonstration plans
Provide visiting vehicle's GN&C mission console support during real-time ground monitoring
Maintain relationships with a diverse technical team, including personnel from engineering, safety, flight operations, crew office, and visiting vehicle providers
Perform other duties as required
Here’s what you’ll need :
Requisition Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
Typically requires a bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited engineering school and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area
Experience with orbital mechanics and GN&C principles
Understanding of entry, descent, landing GN&C principles
Knowledge in the development of GN&C algorithms and spacecraft system analysis
Experience with design, verification, testing, and operation of GN&C hardware and software
Experience with the development of space system requirements and documents
Strong interpersonal skills to enable successful performance on a collaborative engineering team
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision
Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills
Ability to work in a team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and contractor employees
Experience with Microsoft Office products
Requisition Preferences:
MS in Aerospace Engineering with a focus on GN&C, flight controls, and orbital mechanics
Experience with spacecraft rendezvous, proximity operations, and capture/docking
Familiarity with spacecraft docking systems
Experience with design, verification, testing, and operation of GN&C hardware and software
Working knowledge of NASA, JSC, and ISS standard practices and requirements (including safety)
Experience with NASA flight operations and procedures
Familiarity with NASA/JSC documentation databases and SharePoint sites
Experience with LINUX, Python, and C/C
Experience with MATLAB and Simulink toolboxes
Experience with the NASA Trick simulation architecture and JEOD (JSC Engineering Orbital Dynamics)
Experience with Git/GitLab version control
Why Join Our Team?
Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!
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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:
Excellent personal and professional career growth
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
Much, much more!
For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be 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.
Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
Attendance
Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
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