• CCP GN&C Oversight Engineer

    Amentum (Houston, TX)


    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 CCP GN&C Oversight Engineer to join our team with the Engineering Division.

     

    This is a remote - temporary role not to exceed 7 weeks.

    The CCP GN&C Oversight Engineer will:

    + Participate in Flight Readiness GN&C Reviews

    + Perform interface management and coordination duties

    + Assist in coordinating GN&C task priorities

    + Evaluate flight-critical software and review verification evidence materials

    + Support Deep Dive and Anomaly resolution teams as needed

    + 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.

     

    + Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and may be expected to have a related master's or higher degree and normally possess 15+ years of related experience

    + Experience with safety critical human rated GN&C flight systems requirements

    + Understanding of entry, descent, landing GN&C principles

    + Knowledge of human rated space vehicle development and operations

    + Experience with the development of space systems requirements and documents

    + Knowledge of GNC algorithms and analyzing system performance for spacecraft

    + Familiar with Commercial Crew Program and ISS interfaces, interactions, and operations

    + Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and various contractor employees

    Requisition Preferences:

    + Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering and normally possess 15+ years of related experience

    + Software project management experience

    + Experience developing GN&C Flight Software Requirements

    + Experience in the following flight software specialty areas:

    + Software process and procedure development

    + Software Integration and Build Management

    + Experience with Safety and flight critical embedded software development

     

    Why Join Our Team?

     

    Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

     

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    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.