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  • Navigation Engineer SME - NASA Lunar Navigation Systems - TEMPORARY

  • a i solutions
  • Lanham, Maryland 20706 United States View Map

Role 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. You will have the opportunity to work closely with other subject matter experts in the areas of navigation simulation and analysis. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to propose innovative ideas that improve the team's effectiveness and efficiency. To be the successful candidate, you will need to demonstrate the ability to embrace the a.i. solutions mission and work to continually exceed the expectations of our customers. This TEMPORARY role will extend until 09/30/2026.ResponsibilitiesProvide technical leadership in the areas of spacecraft navigation systems, mission design and analysisPartner with existing team members and become fluent in the tools of choice for the mission.Perform analysis and simulation of novel navigation techniques to achieve future mission and systems requirements.Prepare technical presentations and documentation of your work.Document and communicate your work to peers and customers through informal forums as well as potentially in conference and journal publications.Manage effective communications between customer, team, peers, and senior managementDevelop relationships with the customer and team members to ensure delivery of our corporate promise.Promote corporate culture and foster an environment of collaboration and innovation within the teamMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in an engineering, computer science, physics, or related discipline10+ years of experience in performing analysis and simulation of navigation techniques to achieve future mission and systems requirements, 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 the appropriate technical level.Demonstrated ability to be self‑motivated and able to work both independently and in a team environmentObtained successful completion of a government background checkDesired BackgroundMaster's degree in aerospace engineering, physics, or a related fieldExperience with Flight Software (FSW) developmentSystems engineering including requirements development and verificationProficiency in C programming languageLeading and implementing software development projects in a related field.Experience 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 the needs, values or opinions of othersProactivity in identifying and addressing challenges to include 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 qualifications.View 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 harmony#J-18808-Ljbffr

Role 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. You will have the opportunity to work closely with other subject matter experts in the areas of navigation simulation and analysis. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to propose innovative ideas that improve the team's effectiveness and efficiency. To be the successful candidate, you will need to demonstrate the ability to embrace the a.i. solutions mission and work to continually exceed the expectations of our customers. This TEMPORARY role will extend until 09/30/2026.ResponsibilitiesProvide technical leadership in the areas of spacecraft navigation systems, mission design and analysisPartner with existing team members and become fluent in the tools of choice for the mission.Perform analysis and simulation of novel navigation techniques to achieve future mission and systems requirements.Prepare technical presentations and documentation of your work.Document and communicate your work to peers and customers through informal forums as well as potentially in conference and journal publications.Manage effective communications between customer, team, peers, and senior managementDevelop relationships with the customer and team members to ensure delivery of our corporate promise.Promote corporate culture and foster an environment of collaboration and innovation within the teamMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in an engineering, computer science, physics, or related discipline10+ years of experience in performing analysis and simulation of navigation techniques to achieve future mission and systems requirements, 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 the appropriate technical level.Demonstrated ability to be self‑motivated and able to work both independently and in a team environmentObtained successful completion of a government background checkDesired BackgroundMaster's degree in aerospace engineering, physics, or a related fieldExperience with Flight Software (FSW) developmentSystems engineering including requirements development and verificationProficiency in C programming languageLeading and implementing software development projects in a related field.Experience 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 the needs, values or opinions of othersProactivity in identifying and addressing challenges to include 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 qualifications.View 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 harmony#J-18808-Ljbffr

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