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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. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a

Parachute Flight Simulation Engineer

to join the team! The

Parachute Flight Simulation Engineer

will: Develop and maintain parachute flight simulation software. Analyze flight simulations & mission data related to Parachute Assembly Systems. Perform 3-DOF and 6-DOF Monte Carlo analyses using spacecraft simulations to determine flight performance under various operating conditions. Perform flight mechanics / aerodynamic reconstruction and analysis of parachute drop test data for purposes of validating parachute simulation tools. Utilize Python, MATLAB, and Julia skills in analyses. Perform independent verification and validation activities. Perform other duties as required. Requisition Qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Experience with aerodynamic and flight mechanics modeling and analysis. Significant experience with Python. Significant experience with Matlab and/or Julia. Significant experience with applied statistics. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and various contractor employees. Requisition Preferences: BS degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school and five (5) years of direct engineering experience, or an MS degree from an accredited engineering school and three (3) years of direct engineering experience, or a Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering. Experience developing engineering level models based on flight or wind-tunnel data. Experience with loads/margins analysis for textiles. Experience with generic parachute performance. Experience conducting imagery analysis. Experience with NASA/TRICK simulation environment. Object-oriented software development. Knowledgeable in source code control/configuration management software (git, etc.). Why Join Our Team? Excellent personal and professional career growth. 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable. Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch). Much, much more! For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit

www.wehavespaceforyou.com . Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised. Essential Functions Work Environment Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task. Physical Requirements Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time). Equipment and Machines Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.). Attendance Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and

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