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Orion Navigation Data Scientist
Orion Navigation Data Scientist-March 2024
Houston
Mar 28, 2026
About Orion Navigation Data Scientist

  Challenging Today. Reinventing Tomorrow.

  We're invested in you and your success. Everything we do is more than just a project. It's our challenge as human beings, too. That's why we bring a thoughtful and collaborative approach to every one of our partnerships.

  At Jacobs, we challenge the status quo and redefine how to solve the world's greatest challenges, transforming big ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.

  Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow

  Your Impact:

  Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

  We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. Jacobs is NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

  Our long-term client relationship with NASA has led to the need for an Orion Navigation Data Scientist to support the development, testing and verification of navigation algorithms/systems for the NASA/JSC Orion Project.

  The selected applicant will:

  Support development of navigation algorithms for the integrated GN&C system for NASA spacecraft

  Support testing and analysis of navigation algorithms in a 6-DOF GN&C environment

  Data mining, preprocessing, and validating the data to be used for analysis

  Utilize object-oriented software skills to efficiently utilize large data sets to perform verification and validation analyses of navigation flight software

  Develop and apply custom data models and algorithms to data sets

  Utilize Hardware-in-the-Loop data to verify navigation flight software

  Perform analyses in support of operational flight rule development

  Formally document the results of all design and analysis activities

  Perform other duties as required

  Here's What You'll Need:

  Requisition Qualifications:

  This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

  Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering with experience in the field or in a related area

  Object oriented software development skills.

  Extensive experience programming in Python

  Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and various contractor employees.

  Requisition Preferences:

  Requires at least a bachelor’s degree in data science or engineering and a minimum of 2 years of experience in the field or in a related area

  Minimum of MS in Data Science, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

  5 or more years of experience in the field

  Proficiency with C/C++ Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink.

  Knowledge in the design, analysis, and implementation of navigation algorithms

  Experience with spacecraft simulation modeling and analysis of integrated GN&C systems

  Knowledge of inertial measurement units, GPS, star trackers, sun sensors, or barometric altimeters

  Experience with NASA/TRICK simulation environment.

  Hardware-in-the-loop lab data handling experience

  Safety and flight critical embedded software development.

  Familiarity with relative navigation concepts

  Coursework and/or in-depth knowledge of:

  Extended Kalman Filtering

  Linear and non-linear state estimation theory

  Linear covariance analysis

  AI & Machine Learning

  Numerical methods

  Astrodynamics

  Agile software development experience

  Why Join Our Team?

  Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

  See What We Do (https://app.frame.io/presentations/225c1d41-60d8-58cc-bf8c-fd204fb246d9)

  Jacobs Aerospace Solutions Overview

  (Please view in Chrome or Microsoft Edge)

  In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

  Excellent personal and professional career growth

  9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

  Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

  Much, much more!

  For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

  Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.

  Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

  Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

  Essential Functions

  Work Environment

  Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

  Physical Requirements

  Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

  Equipment and Machines

  Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

  Attendance

  Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

  Other Essential Functions

  Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

  Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

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