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Rendezvous and Proximity Operations Navigation Oversight Engineer - Space Systems

Oceaneering
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2025

Job Details

Company Profile

Oceaneering Space Systems (OSS) develops, integrates, and applies new and innovative technologies to meet the challenges of working in space and other harsh environments. We are ideally positioned to meet the growing needs of NASA and the expanding commercial and Department of Defense (DOD) markets.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments - from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers' challenges - from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

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.

Position Summary

Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Join our dynamic team as a Rendezvous and Proximity Operations Navigation Oversight Engineer and become a vital contributor to support NASA as an Oceaneering Teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. As an integral part of our organization, you'll play a crucial role in the On-Orbit GN&C and Flight Mechanics section in the Engineering Department on the NASA JSC Engineering, Technology and Science II (JETS II) Contract.

This role will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of human spaceflight and deep space exploration programs. Your contributions will ensure that our services not only meet - but outperform all standards and expectations. As a Rendezvous and Proximity Operations Navigation Oversight Engineer, you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with a passionate team who shares your dedication to excellence. If you're seeking to immerse yourself in an environment where your skills and expertise will make a genuine impact, we invite you to join our team!

We are seeking someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to owning their work, and providing superior quality. You should be a person who thrives in a diverse environment and who is comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization. To be successful in this role, you should have a sense of genuine, engaging curiosity, and a desire for growth and continuous learning.

Someone in this role would typically have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of two (2) years of related experience. This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.

**International travel may be required. Straight time overtime, 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), and/or 1 day of telework per week may be available**

Duties & Responsibilities

Some of your major responsibilities will include:
Certify GN&C system requirements compliance through review of analysis and test reports, including assessment of navigation sensor performance, trajectory dispersions, and other GN&C parameters.
Certify fault tolerance safety requirements compliance through review of GN&C-related hazard reports and associated verification evidence, including communicating uncovered issues to a Safety Review Panel.
Identify and recommend solutions to GN&C/Rendezvous and Proximity Operations performance related issues.
Communicate status of compliance reviews to ISS program management.
Conduct performance assessments on delivered GN&C data from visiting vehicle providers and provide feedback on compliance.
Provide feedback on Monte Carlo trajectory analyses using independent 6 degrees-of-freedom simulations.
Provide engineering inputs to operational products, such as flight rules and on-orbit demonstration plans.
Provide console support during real-time ground monitoring of the visiting vehicle's GN&C system on missions.
Maintain relationships with a diverse technical team, including personnel from engineering, safety, flight operations, crew office, and visiting vehicle providers.
Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related field and a minimum of two (2) years of experience.
Experience with orbital mechanics, and GN&C principles with an emphasis on navigation.
Experience with navigation sensor selection (IMU, SIGI, Star Tracker, GPS, LIDAR, visible and infrared cameras, etc.), navigation filter design, and/or navigation architecture development.
Knowledgeable of systems engineering and how it's applied at the GN&C subsystem level.
Knowledge in the development of GN&C algorithms and analyzing system performance for spacecraft.
Experience with design, verification, testing, and operation of GN&C hardware and software.
Experience with the development of space system requirements and documents.

PREFERRED:
MS in Aerospace Engineering with a focus on GN&C, flight controls, and orbital mechanics.
Experience with spacecraft rendezvous, proximity operations, and capture/docking.
Familiarity with spacecraft docking systems.
Working knowledge of NASA, JSC, and ISS standard practices and requirements, including safety and fault tolerance.
Experience with NASA flight operations and procedures.
Familiarity with NASA/JSC documentation databases and SharePoint sites.
Experience with LINUX, Python, and C/C .
Experience with MATLAB and Simulink toolboxes.
Experience with the NASA Trick simulation architecture and JEOD (JSC Engineering Orbital Dynamics).
Experience with Git/GitLab version control.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency maybe 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.
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