NASA Spacecraft Controls Design & Analysis

Job Description

MDR is looking for a talented Controls engineer to join our team and support NASA/MSFC development and flight programs. The job will include Flight Controls design and analysis support to the Human Landing System (HLS) program. Additional support to Space Launch System or Mars Ascent Vehicle may be included.

What You'll Be Doing:

Provide engineering expertise and develop engineering products related to feedback control systems design and analysis.

Participate in team environment to further the development of control algorithm capabilities in support of development programs

Deliver Controls time-domain and frequency domain analysis products in support of rocket/spacecraft/lander design and analysis process

Perform specific controls design and analysis utilizing complex 6-DOF simulation programs and techniques

Analyze complex data, arrive at logical conclusions, and make recommendations

Develop and review technical memorandums, white papers, and briefings supporting findings and conclusions of analyses

Coordinate across disciplines and organizations for proper control system integration

Develop and present technical briefings and reports to Senior Leadership

Effectively communicate both orally and in writing

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

15+ years experience preferred

BS in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math, (Aerospace Engineering preferred)

Knowledge and application of feedback control system principles and development/analytical techniques. Specific experience in rocket/spacecraft/lander GN&C development preferred

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

Works independently, applying engineering rigor to analyze and resolve problems within a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Experience with Program Management

Ability to self-manage and initiate within team structure

Ability to decompose complex problems to actionable elements

Ability to work across organizational boundaries

Ability presenting complex information and concepts to Leaders at various levels

Proficient with Microsoft Office® applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Working knowledge of NASA/MSFC organizational structure

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Full-time