Navigation Engineer SME - NASA Lunar Navigation Systems - TEMPORARY

OverviewAre you interested in supporting NASA's return to the Moon? Do you want to help verify the systems that astronauts will use on the lunar surface to navigate and communicate? At a.i. solutions, we are developing innovative technologies and systems to assist in humanity's journey beyond Earth. a.i. solutions is seeking a highly motivated Navigation Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engineer to join our team to shape, manage, and implement the technical aspects of spacecraft navigation support for lunar task orders on the Flight Dynamics Support Services (FDSS) III contract. Temporary role will last until 09/30/2026.Essential Roles & ResponsibilitiesProvide technical leadership in spacecraft navigation systems, mission design and analysisPartner with existing team members and become fluent in the tools of choice for the missionPerform analysis and simulation of novel navigation techniques to achieve future mission and systems requirementsPrepare technical presentations and documentation of your workDocument and communicate your work to peers and customers through informal forums as well as potentially in conference and journal publicationsManage effective communications between customer, team, peers, and senior managementDevelop relationships with the customer and team members to ensure delivery of our corporate promisePromote corporate culture and foster collaboration and innovation within the teamMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, physics, or related discipline10+ years of experience performing analysis and simulation of navigation techniques to achieve future mission and systems requirements10+ years of experience with satellite navigation systems, measurements, and processing techniquesProficiency in PythonProficiency in MATLABStrong written and verbal communication to effectively communicate with missions, team members and management at appropriate technical levelSelf-motivated, able to work independently and in team environmentSuccessful completion of a government background checkU.S. citizenshipDesired BackgroundMaster's degree in aerospace engineering, physics, or related fieldExperience with flight software (FSW) developmentSystems engineering including requirements development and verificationProficiency in C programming languageLeading and implementing software development projects in related fieldExperience with FreeFlyer, GMAT, ODTK, or other mission design and analysis toolsExperience using Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket or similar productivity/organization toolsAbility to quickly connect in person and in writing, and to actively listen and perceive needs, values or opinions of othersProactivity in identifying and addressing challenges, including innovations that result in positive organizational impactDemonstrated leadership accomplishments professionally and personallySpacecraft flight dynamics experience/knowledgeExperience managing multiple projects concurrentlyBenefitsSalary ranges from $165,000 to $190,000 depending on relevant experience and qualificationsView Our Benefits OfferingsPaid Time Off and Holidays401k Safe Harbor Plan, we contribute on Day #1Paid Parental Leave for Mom & DadCompany Paid Life/AD&DTuition AssistanceWellness plans that reward wellbeing & work life harmonyFree Mental Health TherapyEqual Opportunity EmployerEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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