Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the space industry or defense.
Significant knowledge of Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C).
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python programming languages.
Experience with 6 Degrees of Freedom (DOF) algorithms and simulations.
Familiarity with validation and verification processes for GN&C algorithms.
Excellent communication skills and teamwork ability.
Responsibilities
Develop and evaluate safety-critical flight software.
Integrate and test GN&C algorithms.
Update GN&C Flight Software using MATLAB/Simulink/Autocode.
Analyze and test GN&C Flight Software with Python & C/C++.
Validate and verify GN&C algorithms and requirements.
Recommend improvements for flight software processes and procedures.
Conduct deep-dive analyses of flight and simulation software.
Benefits
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
AD&D and disability benefits.
Life insurance and retirement 401k plan.
Vacation, sick pay, and holidays.
Flexible work schedules when available.
Support for career advancement through professional training and development.
Full Job Description
The GN&C Engineer will support the space program located in Houston, Texas (77058).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and evaluate safety-critical flight software.
Develop, integrate, and test GN&C algorithms.
Utilize MATLAB/Simulink/Autocode skills to update GN&C Flight Software.
Utilize Python & C/C++ skills to analyze and test GN&C Flight Software.
Validate and Verify GN&C algorithms and requirements.
Provide recommendations for improvements of flight software, its processes and procedures.
Perform deep-dive analyses of flight and simulation software.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED:
This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). 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.
This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
This position requires experience in the space industry or Department of Defense/Department of War.
Must have a bachelor's degree
Must have a minimum of 2 years of recent and related work experience.
Significant knowledge of GN&C.
Experience with development and analysis of 6 DOF algorithms and simulations.
Proficiency with C/C++ and Python.
Familiarity with validation and verification of GN&C algorithms and requirements.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and various contractor employees.
DESIRED:
Master's degree in engineering and 3 years or more of experience in the field or in a related area; or a PhD. in engineering or in a related field.
Significant experience with C, C++, and Python.
Significant experience with MATLAB including Simulink, Stateflow, and Autocode.
Safety and flight-critical embedded software development.
Experience with source code control and continuous integration.
Agile software development.
Experience in the following flight software specialty areas:
Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine Learning.
Experience with TRICK/JEOD simulation architecture.
WORK LOCATION:
This position is located onsite and offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off; some travel may be required.
Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.
STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:
Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
All of Bastion's employees must be team players with strong work ethics and must be culture oriented.
Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
Must be organized with good time management skills and must be able to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
BASTION BENEFITS:
Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), along with many other options. We also support career advancement through professional training and development.
