Spacecraft Navigation Engineer

Oceaneering Space Systems (OSS) is a precision engineering and manufacturing group which specializes in turn-key design, development, manufacturing, certification, maintenance, and testing of extra-vehicular and intra-vehicular (EVA & IVA) tools and equipment for astronauts; including life support and environmental control systems for space; robotic systems for military, space, and biological research; and thermal protection systems for launch vehicles. We also provide specialized engineering and support services in these areas, and astronaut training in NASA's Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory.

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Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Design, develop and integrate navigation algorithms into the integrated GN&C system for NASA.

• Design, develop and integrate navigation algorithms into the integrated GN&C system for NASA spacecraft including:
• Lunar surface-navigation without GPS
• Navigation during the descent phase of flight with precision landing and hazard avoidance
• Perform analysis and testing in an integrated GN&C environment
• Formally document the results of all design and analysis activities
• Perform other duties as required

Required:

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school and a minimum of five (5) years of related engineering experience
• Advanced degree may be considered work experience
• Graduate-level coursework and in-depth knowledge of:
  • Linear and non-linear state estimation theory
  • Linear covariance analysis
  • Numerical methods
  • Astrodynamics
• Familiarity with relative navigation concepts
• Knowledge of lunar surface-navigation techniques
• Knowledge in the design, analysis, and implementation of navigation algorithms
• Experience with spacecraft simulation modeling and analysis of integrated GN&C systems
• Experience programming in C/C and knowledge of Matlab/Simulink
• The proven ability to solve complex total GN&C system and simulation problems
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and various contractor employees

Requisition Preferences:

• Minimum of an MS in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge of image processing
• Knowledge of inertial sensors

Physical Activity/Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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