Trajectory Operations Officer

Job Description:

Candidate will fill a Trajectory Operations Officer (TOPO) assignment within the Flight Dynamics department supporting the FOD ISS Trajectory Operations Group.  The candidate's primary job responsibility will be to mentor for TOPO console certification and support missions and sims.  The TOPO processes ISS orbit determination data (state vectors) from multiple sources on a daily basis for the ISS, Visiting Vehicles, TDRSS, and orbital debris.  The TOPO console coordinates and monitors the execution of all ISS translation maneuvers, performing debris avoidance maneuver planning as required.  In the office environment, they generate the data used to predict the location of the ISS for long term planning and short term execution, including altitude strategy.  TOPO operations support includes the development and maintenance of operations products such as flight rules, console procedures, and technical references.  The candidate will be required to lead or mentor certain technical analyses relating to trajectory operations, as appropriate.  This is a temporary position for a period of approximately 4 months at 20 hours per week.

Required Education & Skills:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (ABET), Math, or Physics, plus 10 years related experience is required. Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, teamwork, technical, and administrative skills are mandatory.  The candidate must be able to work in a dynamic environment that requires him/her to work effectively both alone or as part of a team.  The candidate must have a demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and lead a wide range of tasks.    Previous experience in spacecraft trajectory/rendezvous mission planning, analysis, and operations is highly desired.  Experience as a FOD flight controller is highly desired

EOE M/F/V

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