Lunar Lander Simulation Engineer - ADV0009YD

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

Our long-term client relationship with NASA has led to the need for a Lunar Lander Simulation Engineer to support the development, testing and verification of lunar lander algorithms/systems.

The Lunar Lander Simulation Engineer will:

Develop, test, and analyze control systems in a 6-DOF GN&C environment
Develop and evaluate Crew Displays
Test and evaluate lunar lander handling qualities.
Give in-person lunar lander simulation demonstrations and training.
Develop and apply custom data models and algorithms to data sets.
Formally review and document the results of program activities.
Perform other duties as required

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidates 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 bachelors degree in Engineering and a minimum of 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area.
Understanding of control systems.
Understanding of statistics.
Familiar with Cooper-Harper ratings and handling qualities evaluation.
Ability to teach people of various skill levels and backgrounds.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and various contractor employees.

Requisition Preferences:

Bachelors degree in Aerospace engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school and a minimum of three (3) years of related engineering experience, or a Masters degree or Ph.D. from an accredited engineering school.
Understanding or experience with aircraft piloting, especially with vertical flight.
Understanding of human factors.
Familiarity with product development cycles.
Significant coding ability (display development, post-processing, automated testing).
Object oriented software development skills.
Proficiency with Python.
Proficiency with C/C++.
Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink.
Experience with NASA/TRICK simulation environment.

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.

Job Ident #: ADV0009YD

Company Details

Amentum

4800 Westfields Blvd
Suite 400
Chantilly, Virginia 20151 USA
www.amentum.com

Amentum is a premier global government and private-sector partner whose experience, passion and purpose drive mission success. We operate, serve, maintain, protect and support the most discerning and critical programs in Nuclear & Environment, Mission...

Benefits:
We value the unique training and experience military veterans bring to our teams. We currently employ more than nine thousand veterans on projects across the United States and around the world. We provide services to more than 20 agencies of the U.S. federal government, including the Department of Defense, NASA, the Department of Energy, the Department of Homeland Security and intelligence agencies. You can continue to make a difference by putting your military experience to work — there’s no better way to apply your commitment to a better world.

Meet some of our military specialists, and join our global team of industry experts and leaders who help us deliver what others can only imagine.

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Job Info

Location

Houston, Texas, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Amentum

4800 Westfields Blvd
Suite 400
Chantilly, Virginia 20151 USA
www.amentum.com