Spacecraft Breakup And Demise Engineer

PAE/Amentum

Houston, Texas, United States
Not specified; not specified; health, dental, visi...
Onsite
Spacecraft breakup and demise analysis experience
6-dof and multi-body flight mechanics simulations
Programming proficiency in fortran language
This role involves performing high-fidelity progressive spacecraft breakup and demise analysis to develop debris footprints for NASA's deep space exploration pursuits

Job Summary

  • This role involves performing high-fidelity progressive spacecraft breakup and demise analysis to develop debris footprints for NASA's deep space exploration pursuits.
  • The engineer will develop state-of-the-art software to model structural and thermal failure modes while collaborating with agency partners on safe spacecraft disposal.
  • Candidates benefit from a 9/80 work schedule offering every other Friday off, onsite cafeteria services, and comprehensive health and retirement benefits.

Matching Summary

This role involves performing high-fidelity progressive spacecraft breakup and demise analysis to develop debris footprints for NASA's deep space exploration pursuits.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, educational reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Spacecraft breakup and demise analysis experience
  • 6-DOF and multi-body flight mechanics simulations
  • Programming proficiency in FORTRAN language

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal collaboration skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks with limited supervision
  • Experience presenting at technical meetings

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
  • 15+ years of related aerospace experience
  • PhD in Aerospace Engineering preferred
  • U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or US Permanent Residency

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