SSMO Engineering Computer Operator

About the Role

KBR is seeking a Computer Operator/Engineer to work with NASA Systems Engineers in the Space Science Mission Operations (SSMO) Directorate. This role supports Trinzic, a future independent company to be created from KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop reinforcement learning methodologies for navigation and mission planning for small-body exploration missions, with applications for OSIRIS-APEX and other future missions.
• Develop improved satellite atmospheric drag modeling methodologies for low-Earth orbit spacecraft, with applications for Fermi and other future missions.
• Develop, test, and validate software to perform the above-mentioned modeling.
• Collaborate closely with NASA mentors and other team members over the course of the project.
• Document results and share with team members and the community.
• Demonstrate a passion for learning and willingness to try new tools and solutions with lead's concurrence.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Basic familiarity with virtual environments and cloud-based technologies.
• Basic familiarity with Linux.
• Basic familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, Perl.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Enrolled in undergraduate or graduate coursework in a technical degree program at an accredited university.

Work Schedule: ~20 hours/week with flexibility.

Work Location: GSFC and some Telework.

Travel: 1 trip to New Orleans, LA (January 17 - 21, 2027).