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Position Description:
As an Aerospace Guidance Engineer, you will develop, implement, and verify guidance algorithms for real-time trajectory optimization for Human Landing Systems (HLS) project that will take humans back to the Moon.
Trajectory analyses will be based on fundamental principles of orbital mechanics, with increasing levels of fidelity and complexity added as more detailed modeling is required.
Monte Carlo, design of experiments, and other methods will be used to assess vehicle and stage performance.
Trajectories for ascent, descent, rendezvous, proximity operations, and docking will be analyzed in support of trade and sensitivity studies affecting system configuration and mission designs.
Qualifications:
A degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field is required. Degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a Ph.D. with a minimum 4 years of experience; Masters with at least 8 years of experience, or a BS with at least 10 years of experience.
Required Skills & Experiences:
Strong evidence of the following skills is needed:
Python, C++, and/or Matlab, Matlab Simulink
Trajectory Optimization
Numerical optimization
Optimal Control
Desired Skills & Experiences:
Skills and experience will likely include:
Able to quickly tackle problems independently.
Experience with guidance algorithms for entry, descent, and landing.
Knowledge of guidance techniques, trajectory planning
Knowledge of astrodynamics and flight mechanics
Knowledge of Monte Carlo, design of experiments, and statistical analysis
Proficiency with modeling and simulation of system dynamics
Strong proficiency in technical writing, communication, and presentation.
Essential Functions
Work Environment:
Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (10%). Requires ability to work at a computer for long periods of time(100%).
Physical Requirements:
Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).
Equipment and Machines:
Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).
Attendance:
Normal workday 7:30 - 4:30, Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity, and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
Other Essential Functions:
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
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