US Deorbit Vehicle GN&C Simulation Engineer

Mclaurin Aerospace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Positive work-life balance

100% Employer paid insurance

11 paid holidays annually

Generous PTO

401k after 12 months

Education assistance

Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Job summary

Mclaurin Aerospace seeks a US Deorbit Vehicle GN&C Simulation Engineer to join the JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. You will develop and test math models and simulations, interact with NASA customers, and contribute to V&V activities.

Requirements include a bachelor’s in engineering and experience with GN&C, orbital mechanics, and MATLAB/Simulink. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for this multi-company team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (or related field) from ABET-accredited school.
• MS in Aerospace Engineering with GN&C focus is preferred.
• Experience with Linux, C/C++, FORTRAN, and Python.

Responsibilities

• Provide math modeling, simulation development, integration, and testing of USDV GN&C systems.
• Perform and document simulation verification and validation (V&V).
• Create and deliver math model and simulation documentation.
• Identify tasks, resolve simulation issues, and assist team members.
• Interact with NASA customers and contractors during meetings.
• Maintain relationships with a diverse technical team.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

C/C++

Python

FORTRAN

Linux

GN&C principles

Orbital mechanics

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MS in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Git/GitLab

SOMBAT

JSC TRICK

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a US Deorbit Vehicle GN&C Simulation Engineer to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

If selected you will:

• 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.

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 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous PTO
• 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.

US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.

Mclaurin 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, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.