Overview Be the Difference Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S. Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Rendezvous and Proximity Operations Oversight Software Engineer located at the Johnson Space Center in support of the JETS II contract. JOB DETAILS LOCATION: Johnson Space Center/Houston, TX JOB STATUS: FT TRAVEL: No REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS 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. Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. Experience with orbital mechanics and GN&C principles Understanding of orbit, entry, descent, landing GN&C principles Knowledge in the development of GN&C algorithms and spacecraft system analysis Experience with design, verification, testing, and operation of GN&C hardware and software Experience with LINUX, Python, and C/C++ Experience with design, verification, testing, and operation of GN&C hardware and software Experience with the development of space system requirements and documents Strong interpersonal skills to enable successful performance on a collaborative engineering team. Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision. Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills Ability to work in a team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and contractor employees. Experience with Microsoft Office products DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school with five (5) years of related engineering experience, or a master's degree from an accredited engineering school and four (4) years of related engineering experience, or Ph.D. from an accredited engineering school and zero (0) years of related experience. 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) Experience with NASA flight operations and procedures Familiarity with NASA/JSC documentation databases and SharePoint sites 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 RESPONSIBILITIES This position will work on the JETS ISS Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Capture (RPOC) Team providing technical oversight, program integration, and certification of ISS visiting vehicle Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) systems in support of missions to the International Space Station (ISS). The selected applicant will: Certify GN&C system requirements compliance through review of analysis and test reports, including assessment of 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 issues to a Safety Review Panel. Identify and recommend solutions to GN&C/RPO performance issues. Communicate status of compliance reviews to ISS program management. Conduct performance assessments on visiting vehicle GN&C data for Program compliance. Review Monte Carlo trajectory analyses using independent 6 degrees-of-freedom simulations. Provide input to operational products, such as flight rules and on-orbit demonstration plans. Provide visiting vehicle's GN&C mission console support during real-time ground monitoring. 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 What We Offer Competitive salaries Continuing education assistance Multiple healthcare benefit packages Paid time off (PTO) along with federally recognized holiday schedule Who We Are At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to “Be the Difference”. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves. We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success. Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world! Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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