Engineering · Full-time · MD, United States
Job Location Greenbelt, MD (Hybrid)
Description
PRT is seeking a Mid-Level Engineer to provide flight dynamics and satellite operations support to NASA’s Flight Dynamics Facility (FDF). The FDF provides analysis, mission design, and operational support to multiple launch vehicles such as the Atlas V, Delta IV, Falcon 9 and Vulcan, human spaceflight missions such as the International Space Station (ISS), Cygnus, Dream Chaser, and cargo Dragon spacecrafts, and astronaut missions such as crew Dragon, Orion, Soyuz, and the CST-100 Starliner spacecrafts. The facility also performs analysis, mission preparation, and development activities for the upcoming lunar missions comprising NASA’s Artemis program, which includes the Gateway outpost.
Reports To
Flight Operations Project Manager
Responsibilities
Some travel may be required.
Required Skills
Understanding of orbital mechanics and flight dynamics
Working knowledge of scripting languages including Python, and/or MATLAB
Working knowledge of STK
Data handling and analytics (data analysis, bulk data processing, Monte Carlo, etc.)
Must have excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Must demonstrate an ability and willingness to multi-task, and be capable of applying innovative ideas to solve problems
Must demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively on a team, and initiative to lead projects to completion
Desired Skills
Experience with Windows, Linux and UNIX environments
Experience developing tools in Python and/or Matlab; Intermediate-to-advanced scripting ability demonstrated on large projects
Experience in a spacecraft operations environment
Specific experience in flight dynamics, spacecraft communications, or general aerospace engineering
Working knowledge of the space communication and tracking Networks (preferably NASA’s Space and Direct to Earth Networks)
Working knowledge of astrodynamics engines such as FreeFlyer, GMAT, or Monte
Required Experience
4+ years professional experience. A Master’s degree counts as 2 years professional experience.
Required Degree
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related discipline.
Security Clearance Requirements
Must be eligible to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
About Us
Pearl River Technologies (PRT) is an SBA certified HUBZone small disadvantaged business (SDB) providing professional, technical, and administrative support services to federal, state and local government agencies. Through our support and commitment to the HUBZone program, we successfully offer our customers the highest quality of service, while creating opportunities and growth for our employees. We are seeking a qualified candidate to fulfill our current Flight Dynamics Engineer opening.
US citizenship required / EEO/AA / E-Verify Participation
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