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. We have an exciting opportunity for a **Senior Orbital Debris Modeling Engineer** to join our team with JETS II. This position will work on the JETS-2 Orbital Debris Research team supporting the NASA Orbital Debris Program Office, a key element in NASA’s Space Sustainability strategy. This senior level role will serve as a principal debris research scientist, spanning measurements, modeling, and mitigation of the environment. The successful applicant shall provide scientific insight and leadership within NASA’s effort to understand the orbital debris environment and develop measures to control debris growth. The selected applicant will: + Develop, document, maintain, and operate software models and databases of the orbital debris environment + Provide data analysis for measurement data in direct support of orbital debris/space object engineering models + Work closely with JETS-2 Orbital Debris Research & Science Operations (ODRSO) colleagues and NASA Orbital Debris Program Office (ODPO) customers + Present work products to customers and counterparts (written & verbal) + Support and participate in technical interchange meetings. + Perform other duties as required **Requisition Qualifications:** 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. **Requisition Qualifications:** + Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and may be expected to have a related master’s degree and normally possess 10-15 years of related experience. + A terminal degree in Aerospace Engineering, or other related field from an accredited school and a minimum of 10 years direct experience + Scientific and technical leadership + Experience developing and implementing mathematical modeling methods and algorithms, including developing empirical models + Experience with high-level programming and analysis languages + Experience developing, verifying, and validating computer models and simulations + Demonstration of creativity, conception, vision, and personal initiative + Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a joint team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and contractor employees, and domestic and international partners + Must meet eligibility requirements to receive and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance **Requisition Preferences:** + A Ph.D. in the relevant disciplines identified in Requirements + Proficiency in Fortran, MATLAB, and/or Python + Experience with orbital mechanics in near-Earth or other environments + Experience with large-scale orbital evolution simulations, including Monte Carlo simulation + Experience analyzing orbital debris measurement data + Experience with statistical analysis and data reduction, including Bayesian statistical inference + Experience with software development and maintenance, including code testing and optimization + Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team + Demonstration of strong communication skills **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.