Senior Orbital Debris Radar Engineer-Scientist - Space Systems

Oceaneering Space Systems (OSS) develops, integrates, and applies new and innovative technologies to meet the challenges of working in space and other harsh environments. We are ideally positioned to meet the growing needs of NASA and the expanding commercial and Department of Defense (DOD) markets.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments - from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers' challenges - from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Join our dynamic team as a Senior Orbital Debris Radar Engineer/Scientistand become a vital contributor to support NASA as an Oceaneering Teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. As an integral part of our organization, you'll play a crucial role in the Orbital Debris Research section in the Science and Ecploration Department on the NASA JSC Engineering, Technology and Science II (JETS II) Contract.
This role will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of human spaceflight and deep space exploration programs. Your contributions will ensure that our services not only meet - but outperform all standards and expectations. As a Senior Orbital Debris Radar Engineer/Scientist, you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with a passionate team who shares your dedication to excellence. If you're seeking to immerse yourself in an environment where your skills and expertise will make a genuine impact, we invite you to join our team!
We are seeking someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to owning their work, and providing superior quality. You should be a person who thrives in a diverse environment and who is comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization. To be successful in this role, you should have a sense of genuine, engaging curiosity, and a desire for growth and continuous learning.
Someone in this role would typically have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of ten (10) years of related experience. This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.
**International travel may be required. Straight time overtime, 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), and/or 1 day of telework per week may be available**

SOME OF YOUR MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

* Work closely with our NASA customer's Orbital Debris Program Office and provide technical and scientific leadership.
* Utilize knowledge of radar theory and practical applications to support characterization of the space debris environment using the Haystack Ultrawideband Satellite Imaging Radar (HUSIR), the Goldstone bi-static radar and other large radarsystems, including signal processing and analysis to determine characteristics such as radar cross section (RCS) and orbit information.
* Actively work on new initiatives involving both hardware and software development, including investigating potential capabilities of additional configurations and/or sensors.
* Support laboratory radar measurements to facilitate orbital debris model updates.
* Help to expand on and forge new relationships with those in the radar community, e.g. MIT Lincoln Lab, the military (USSF, USAF, USN), and other civil and international agencies.
* Routinely present work products and results in both written and verbal form to JETS colleagues, the NASA customer and through NASA publications and conferences.
* Work with the JETS radar lead, the NASA customer and across other interdisciplinary teams to analyze and develop understanding of the debris environment.
* Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED

* Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related field and a minimum of ten (10) years of experience.
* 5 years of experience working with radar signal processing and measurements data.
* Experience utilizing radar theory in the development and analysis of radar systems.
* Experience developing signal processing algorithms for radar applications, with emphasis on Radar Cross Section (RCS) determination and characterization.
* Possess excellent oral presentation and analysis reporting skills.
* Experience with high-level programming and analysis languages, such as Fortran, MATLAB, and/or Python.
* Experience with the software development process.
* Must meet eligibility requirements to receive and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.

PREFERRED

* Master's or PhD in engineering from an accredited school with a focus on fields related to remote sensing.
* 10 years' experience working with radar and signal processing systems.
* Familiarization using compact RCS ranges.
* Proficiency using radars/data of the US Space Surveillance Network (SSN).
* Experience analyzing low signal-to-noise measurements.
* Experience with statistical analysis.
* Expertise with experiment design related to radar observation.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency maybe 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.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors