Propulsion Instructor/Flight Controller

Job Description:

Candidate will be assigned to support the Propulsion Systems Group (CM45) and the Flight Dynamics Division within the Flight Operations Directorate at the Johnson Space Center. Candidate will interface with the NASA customer on a daily basis as well as many other engineering organizations and will be required to represent the Propulsion Systems Group at NASA meetings. This position involves all aspects of SLS and Orion systems analysis, troubleshooting, flight rule and procedure development and real-time monitoring and flight control work for a variety of Booster systems including, but not limited to, the SLS Core Stage and Upper Stage Engines, Core Stage and Upper Stage Main Propulsion System, Core Stage and Upper Stage Tanks, Core Stage Auxiliary Power Unit and Hydraulics, Orion Launch Abort System, SLS Solid Rocket Booster, and SLS Advanced Rocket Booster systems. Candidate may also be called upon to provide support and oversight for the Booster Systems associated with the various Commercial Crew Program providers. Candidate must have the ability to read and understand detailed electrical, mechanical, and plumbing schematics. The employee will be expected to achieve certification as a flight controller in support of Booster console operations where they will be part of the Mission Control Center (MCC) team responsible for the in-flight operations of the Booster Systems, including coordination of the system operations and failure analysis with other flight controllers and the Flight Director. During missions and simulations, shift work, including weekends and holidays, is an integral part of the task and the ability to support an irregular schedule may be required. Additional duties require supporting meetings and concisely reporting results to management, writing flight rules, system briefs and console procedures, developing MCC displays, console tools, cue cards, and making oral presentations.

Required Skills:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering: Aerospace (preferred), Electrical or Mechanical.

Two – Five years of applicable experience.

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

A demonstrated ability to work with minimal direction.

The ability to pass a standard physical examination if a flight controller certification is ultimately pursued.

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

The ability to successfully complete a government background check.

US Citizenship.

EOE M/F/V

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