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Jacobs · 1 month ago

Model Engineer

United States-Florida-Kennedy Space Center-TOSC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

4+ years exp

Jacobs is at the forefront of space exploration, supporting NASA's missions to the Moon and Mars. The Model Engineer will be responsible for developing complex simulation models and contributing to the Command and Control systems at Kennedy Space Center.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

The Consolidated Operations, Management, Engineering & Test Contract (COMET) at Kennedy Space Center supports NASA's next great adventure to "Explore the Moon to Mars" and we want you to be a part of it! Join us in the adventure of a lifetime by becoming a Team member where "Boots on the Ground are Putting Boots on the Moon." As a member of the Model and Simulation team, candidates will perform as modelers in the development of a large-scale Command and Control system for both launch and vehicle processing

Under general supervision, the candidate will design, construct, and test complex, detailed physics-based simulation models of Ground Support Equipment using MATLAB/Simulink

MATLAB/Simulink tools will be used to convert the models to source code

Candidate will apply a comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of model development to complete difficult assignments

Work activities include preparing documentation to include detailed charts and diagrams to assist in problem analysis and VV&A activities

Candidate will utilize specified development methods, processes, and approaches working within an assigned area of responsibility, and while participating in work group efforts

Candidate will also be required to perform other job duties as assigned to accomplish goals and objectives of the Simulation Team and Control & Data organization as a whole

Qualification

MATLABSimulinkC/C++PythonLinuxSimulation modelingProblem analysisCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution and four years related experience

Experience with the construction of simulations and creation of custom physical system models in professional or academic environment

Programming experience in MATLAB, Simulink, S-Functions, custom block sets, callbacks for custom Simulink blocks, VV&A, system integration, Simulink Real Time Workshop, C/C++, Python and Linux

Ability to read and work from schematic drawings of equipment

User level proficiency in Linux

Experience in a space related field

Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication

Must be able to travel to support position requirements

Must comply with all 'drug free workplace' requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions

Government security clearance may be required in the future

Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management