Navigation Engineer SME - NASA Lunar Navigation Systems - TEMPORARY

Overview Are you interested in supporting NASA's return to the Moon? Do you want to help verify the systems that astronauts will use on the lunar surface to navigate and communicate? At a.i. solutions, we are developing innovative technologies and systems to assist in humanity's journey beyond Earth. a.i. solutions is seeking a highly motivated Navigation Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engineer to join our team to shape, manage, and implement the technical aspects of spacecraft navigation support for lunar task orders on the Flight Dynamics Support Services (FDSS) III contract. Temporary role will last until 09/30/2026. Essential Roles & Responsibilities Provide technical leadership in spacecraft navigation systems, mission design and analysis Partner with existing team members and become fluent in the tools of choice for the mission Perform analysis and simulation of novel navigation techniques to achieve future mission and systems requirements Prepare technical presentations and documentation of your work Document and communicate your work to peers and customers through informal forums as well as potentially in conference and journal publications Manage effective communications between customer, team, peers, and senior management Develop relationships with the customer and team members to ensure delivery of our corporate promise Promote corporate culture and foster collaboration and innovation within the team Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, physics, or related discipline 10+ years of experience performing analysis and simulation of navigation techniques to achieve future mission and systems requirements 10+ years of experience with satellite navigation systems, measurements, and processing techniques Proficiency in Python Proficiency in MATLAB Strong written and verbal communication to effectively communicate with missions, team members and management at appropriate technical level Self-motivated, able to work independently and in team environment Successful completion of a government background check U.S. citizenship Desired Background Master's degree in aerospace engineering, physics, or related field Experience with flight software (FSW) development Systems engineering including requirements development and verification Proficiency in C programming language Leading and implementing software development projects in related field Experience with FreeFlyer, GMAT, ODTK, or other mission design and analysis tools Experience using Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket or similar productivity/organization tools Ability to quickly connect in person and in writing, and to actively listen and perceive needs, values or opinions of others Proactivity in identifying and addressing challenges, including innovations that result in positive organizational impact Demonstrated leadership accomplishments professionally and personally Spacecraft flight dynamics experience/knowledge Experience managing multiple projects concurrently Benefits Salary ranges from $165,000 to $190,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications View Our Benefits Offerings Paid Time Off and Holidays 401k Safe Harbor Plan, we contribute on Day #1 Paid Parental Leave for Mom & Dad Company Paid Life/AD&D Tuition Assistance Wellness plans that reward wellbeing & work life harmony Free Mental Health Therapy Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr a.i. solutions