2 Orbital Debris Laboratory Measurement Analyst Jobs in Houston, TX
Mclaurin Aerospace is Hiring an Orbital Debris Laboratory Measurement Analyst Near Houston, TX
Job Description
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 an Orbital Debris Laboratory Measurement Analyst to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX .
If selected you will:
- Work in a laboratory environment used to simulate ground-based telescopic measurements and perform microscopic inspections of spacecraft materials, including materials returned from space
- Support scientific data acquisition, analysis, and development of an in situ sensor to be used in low Earth orbit
- Work closely with JETS Orbital Debris Research & Science Operations (ODRSO) colleagues and NASA customers
- Present work products to customers and counterparts in written and verbal formats
- Support and participate in technical interchange meetings
- Perform other duties as required
Qualifications:
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.
- A BS degree is required.
- Experience with spectroscopy, microscopy, CCDs and telescopes
- Experience in data analysis using MATLAB, Python or other similar programming languages
- Experience with design of experiment methodology
- Experience with laboratory measurement methods and record keeping
Preferred Qualifications:
- BS degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Astronomy or relevant discipline from an accredited college or university plus two (2) years of relevant experience
- Experience with Space Situational Awareness astronomy, orbital debris and micrometeoroid environments
- Astrometric/photometric/radiometric data reduction and analysis experience
- Experience with spacecraft design, development, testing, and/or documentation
- Familiarity with orbital mechanics
- Work effectively in interdisciplinary teams and possess excellent oral and written skills
- Exhibit the qualities of creativity, conception, vision and personal initiative, and will be expected to develop new cooperative relationships and team capabilities
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Positive work-life balance
- 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Generous PTO
- 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
- Education assistance
- Relocation 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.
Job Summary
Full Time
$69k-87k (estimate)
04/25/2024
05/08/2024
