ARES Corporation

Vehicle Systems Integration Engineer

ARES Corporation$95K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in aerospace systems
  • Proven knowledge of ISS architecture and operations
  • Expertise in LEO dynamics and spacecraft navigation
  • Strong communication skills for team collaboration
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and engineering programming languages
  • Prior experience supporting NASA missions

Responsibilities

  • Conduct analysis for ISS visiting vehicle requirements
  • Perform energy balance analysis and power transfer coordination
  • Engage in end-of-life studies for ISS
  • Mentor team members and lead management briefings
  • Collaborate with international and commercial partners for systems integration

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts available
  • Life and disability insurance coverage
  • Critical illness and accident insurance options
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Full Job Description
Support the International Space Station Program's (ISSP) office of System Engineering and Integration as a member of the Vehicle Integrated Performance Environments and Resources (VIPER) team

Responsibilities:

  • Full time position will perform analysis in support of integrated visiting vehicle requirements associated with ISS dynamic operations, energy balance analysis & power transfer coordination as well as various ISS end-of-life special studies. In this multi-disciplinary role, you will develop skills in systems integration involving several international/commercial partners while also being called on to perform team mentoring, management briefings and other duties as assigned.


Minimum Requirements:

  • Technical and operational knowledge of ISS systems architecture, structures, flight schedules and environments
  • Understanding of LEO orbital dynamics/conditions, spacecraft navigation/control and docking/berthing limits
  • Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively in a proactive team environment
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & Power Point) Strong organization skills, attention to detail and excellent follow-through skills Experience using visual basic or python for engineering analysis
  • Previous NASA support experience


Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience with NASA flight rules, NASA hazard/safety databases Experience with JAMA/ASDB applications
  • Understanding of visiting vehicle and ISS thruster hardware/software capabilities
  • Experience analyzing space for jettison/deployment events, visiting vehicle traffic and reboost operations
  • Experience integrating ISS visiting vehicles requirements for trajectory, GNC and propulsion in support of rendezvous and departure operations
  • Master's degree in aerospace related engineering


Education:

  • Bachelor's degree of aerospace, mechanical or electrical engineering


ARES Benefits:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • HSA/FSA Accounts
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
  • ESOP
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays

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About ARES Corporation

ARES Corporation is a privately held company that provides engineering, project management, risk management, and technology solutions for clients in the aerospace and defense industries. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. ARES Corporation has worked on a variety of projects, including the development of the Orion spacecraft for NASA and the design of the Air Force's next-generation bomber. The company has also provided support for the Department of Defense and other government agencies.
Learn more about ARES Corporation
Size
1,000 employees
Market Cap
$9.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$484 million
Revenue
$1.5 billion
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