Spacecraft Rendezvous And Proximity Operations Gn&C Simulation Engineer

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 Spacecraft Rendezvous and Proximity OperationsGN&C Simulation Engineer to join our team with our Engineering Division.
This position will work on the JETS Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Capture (RPOC) team developing on orbit Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) simulations in support of Commercial Visiting Vehicle missions to the International Space Station (ISS).
** 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. **
The selected applicant will:

• Provide math modeling, simulation development, integration, and testing of commercial visiting vehicle GN&C systems using an established software process.
• Create and deliver math model and simulation documentation.
• Identify team simulation tasks, resolve simulation issues, and assist team members.
• Directly interact with the NASA customer and other NASA support contractors during technical meetings and working groups.
• 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.

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 2 - 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Experience with Linux, C/C++ and/or Python.
• Experience with version control systems.
• Experience with GN&C principles.
• Experience developing, verifying, and validating math models and simulations.
• 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.

Requisition Preferences:

• Experience with Spacecraft Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and docking.
• Experience with orbital mechanics.
• Experience with Git/GitLab.
• Experience with dynamic simulator development for building flight simulators (e.g., Unreal game engine or similar resources).
• Experience with simulation visualization and graphics packages, particularly JSC EDGE or DOUG.
• Experience with JSC TRICK Simulation Environment.
• Experience with JEOD (JSC Engineering Orbital Dynamics) modeling package.
• Experience with LaTeX.
• Experience in product delivery and management utilizing source code management tools.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink.
• NASA flight operations and procedures.

Why Join Our Team?
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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 is 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.