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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 **Micrometeoroid & Orbital Debris Impact Risk Engineer** to join the team with Aerodyne Industries, a teammate company.

The **Micrometeoroid & Orbital Debris Impact Risk Engineer** will:

+ Perform risk assessment of MMOD impacts on spacecraft components

+ Develop computer simulation models of hypervelocity impacts on spacecraft materials

+ Support the development of in-house computer-based software tools to perform MMOD impact risk analysis of spacecraft

+ Support hypervelocity impact test programs for spacecraft materials

+ Work with internal and external customers to define tasking parameters and schedules

+ Present work products to customers and counterparts (written & verbal)

+ Support and participate in technical interchange meetings

+ Support other activities in the HVIT Group as needed

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 bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

+ Experience with MMOD environments and spacecraft risk assessment

+ Effective problem-solving capabilities

+ Excellent communication and presentation skills

+ Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ability to generate technical reports and presentations

Requisition Preferences:

+ Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited school and a minimum of five (5) years direct experience

+ Experience modeling computer simulations of hypervelocity impacts

+ Experience with FORTRAN computer programming language

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.