Orbital Debris Engineer

Orbital Debris Engineer
Engineer II
ADV00059W
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, Texas

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking an Orbital Debris Engineer to join our team in Houston, Texas at NASA Johnson Space Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, document, integrate, maintain, and operate computer models such as the Object Reentry Survival Analysis Tool (ORSAT) Evaluate the survivability of spacecraft and rocket body components during atmospheric reentry using ORSAT and other computer models
• Participate in experiments to improve models of the space debris environment and atmospheric reentry
• Evaluate spacecraft and rocket body Orbital Debris Assessment Reports (ODARs) and end-of-mission plans (EOMPs)
• Work closely with JETS Orbital Debris Research & Science Operations (ODRSO) colleagues and NASA Orbital Debris Program Oce (ODPO) customers
• Support and participate in technical interchange meetings
• Present work products to customers and counterparts (written & verbal) Perform other duties as required
• Perform other duties as required

Education and Experience:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• BS in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school
• Two (2) years of related experience.
• Experience with structural and thermal modeling Experience with a high-level computer language
• Must meet eligibility requirements to receive and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance

Preferences:

• Bachelors, Masters, or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely-related eld from an accredited university
• Experience with spacecraft and/or rocket body hardware design and implementation Experience with C/C++, FORTRAN77/95, and Python
• Experience with MATLAB, SOLIDWORKS Experience with material science Experience with laboratory testing
• Experience with high-speed aerodynamics and aerothermodynamics Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team Demonstration of strong communication skills
• Demonstration of creativity, conception, vision, and personal initiative

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.