GN&C Engineer

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. We have an exciting opportunity for a GN&C Engineer to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. If selected you will: Develop and evaluate safety-critical flight softwareDevelop, integrate, and test GN&C algorithmsUtilize MATLAB/Simulink/Autocode skills to update GN&C Flight SoftwareUtilize Python & C/C++ skills to analyze and test GN&C Flight SoftwareValidate and Verify GN&C algorithms and requirementsProvide recommendations for improvements of flight software, its processes and proceduresPerform deep-dive analyses of flight and simulation softwarePerform other duties as requiredQualifications: 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.Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering with experience in the field or in a related area.Significant knowledge of GN&CExperience with development and analysis of 6 DOF algorithms and simulationsProficiency with C/C++ and PythonFamiliarity with validation and verification of GN&C algorithms and requirementsExcellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and various contractor employeesPreferred Qualifications: 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 fieldSignificant experience with C, C++, and PythonSignificant experience with MATLAB including Simulink, Stateflow, and AutocodeSafety and flight-critical embedded software developmentExperience with source code control and continuous integrationAgile software developmentExperience in the following flight software specialty areas:GN&C software developmentSoftware process and procedure developmentSoftware Integration and Build ManagementExperience with Kalman filters, Neural Networks, UDU factorization and/or advanced smoothersKnowledge of Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine LearningExperience with TRICK/JEOD simulation architectureBenefits Competitive payPositive work-life balance100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability11 paid holidays annuallyGenerous PTO401k after 12 months of service with employer match Education assistanceRelocation assistance (if applicable) Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines. US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required. Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.