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. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Orion GN&C Engineer to join the team with GeoControls, a teammate company.

The Orion GN&C Engineer will:

• Develop and evaluate safety-critical, human rated GN&C flight software
  
  
• Develop, integrate, and test new GN&C algorithms
  
  
• Develop, integrate, and test new algorithms for evaluation of vehicle and mission performance
  
  
• Develop, integrate, and test new algorithms for trajectory optimizations
  
  
• Provide recommendations for improvements in design and software development processes
  
  
• Perform other duties as required
  
  

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 in Engineering and a minimum of 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area.
  
  
• Experience with Kalman filters
  
  
• Experience with development of modeling spacecraft systems performance
  
  
• Knowledge in the development of GN&C algorithms and spacecraft system analysis
  
  
• Experience with development and analysis of 6 DOF algorithms and simulations
  
  
• Experience with orbital mechanics and GN&C principles
  
  
• Experience with design, verification, testing, and operation of GN&C software
  
  
• Experience with LINUX, Python, MATLAB, Simulink, and C/C++
  
  
• Experience with Git/GitLab version control
  
  
• Experience with the development of space system requirements and documents
  
  
• 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:

• Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine Learning
  
  
• Experience with safety-critical, human-rated embedded software development
  
  
• Experience with Object oriented software development
  
  
• Experience with Agile software development
  
  
• Experience with spacecraft rendezvous, proximity operations, and docking
  
  
• Familiarity with spacecraft docking systems.
  
  
• 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 the NASA Trick simulation architecture and JEOD (JSC Engineering Orbital Dynamics)
  
  

Why Join Our Team?

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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