Technical Professional (GNC)

Summary:

The Technical Professional Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) engineer will provide support of Commercial Crew Transportation System (CCTS) Mission Planning & Analysis and GN&C Engineering teams. Tasks include running desktop simulations of the Starliner spacecraft, plotting and analyzing data, and using Monte Carlo analysis to determine spacecraft performance versus requirements. Secondary tasks involve reviewing flight data, software parameter inputs, operational procedures and notes, and other documentation required to evaluate performance. The position requires a strong dedication to detail.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

This position is posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, position requirements and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

Experience:

• An understanding of the physics, mathematics, and theory of spacecraft and orbital dynamics
• Exposure to Global Positioning System (GPS), Attitude Control, and spacecraft Guidance
• Fluency in Matlab and Simulink

Education:

• Bachelor or Master of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or physics.

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations:

• Current drivers' license
• Proof of U.S. citizenship
• Ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility

Special knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Curriculum should have included calculus, probability & statistics, numerical methods, vector/matrix/quaternion, linear systems.
• Minimum background should include basic computer science/programming experience, especially with Matlab.
• Experience with Unix, C, C++, Java, Fortran, or Ada is considered a plus.

All qualifications, education, and experience listed in the job description must be able to be demonstrated at an appropriate level for the position through evaluation of the resume, testing, and an interview process as appropriate. Meeting of all qualifications, education, and experience requirements will be at the discretion of Human Resources and the Hiring Manager.

Working Conditions: Standard office environment.

S&K Technologies, Inc. is an EEO/Veteran/Disabled Preference Employer. For a general description of benefits, please visit: https://www.sktcorp.com/career-center/