ADCO Flight Controller

Job Description:

This is an entry level position (0-2 years of experience required). The candidate in this position will work as an International Space Station (ISS) flight controller and serve as a technical expert for the ISS Motion Control System. Flight controllers are responsible for operating systems onboard ISS from a flight control console located in the Mission Control Center (MCC) in Houston. These individuals are also responsible for training astronauts, cosmonauts, and peers on ISS systems content. Personnel will be expected to complete NASA led flight controller and instructor certifications. Initial training and duties will be as an entry level flight controller or operator often working evening, night and weekend shifts during non-complex operations. After a period of time (usually 1 to 2 years) as an operator, the candidate will be trained as a specialist and/or as an instructor. As a specialist, the individual will work primarily day shifts, complex operations, and be on-call during operator shifts. As an instructor, the individual will support shifts as needed, develop training materials and instruct astronauts and flight controllers. It is anticipated that the candidate will eventually achieve all 3 certifications (Operator, Specialist and Instructor). Specific operator duties include maintaining a safe environment for astronauts onboard ISS to work and live; monitoring of real-time status and performance of ISS systems; controlling ISS system operations from mission control; reporting status and anomalies to mission managers; determining mission impacts and implementing corrective actions; test and verification of operational products and analysis; integrating requirements with other systems and organizations.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics.

Knowledge of engineering principles.

The ability to apply technical knowledge and operations concepts to decision making in a real-time, fast-paced operational environment. 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

The ability to progress through flight controller and instructor certification programs.

US Citizenship. 

The successful completion of a government background check. 

The ability to pass a standard flight controller physical examination.

The ability to support shift work (nights, weekends, and holidays). 

The ability to support infrequent travel, both domestic and international. 

Desired Skills:

Previous experience in orbital mechanics, or spacecraft flight dynamics.

Russian, Japanese, or European language skills.

EOE/M/F/V

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