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Amentum

Rarefied Gas Dynamics Modeling SME

Amentum, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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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. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a part‑time

Rarefied Gas Dynamics Modeling SME

to join the team!

Responsibilities:

Enhance and utilize NASA's Direct Simulation Monte Carlo (DSMC) Analysis Code (DAC)

Utilize experience with CFD Solutions to inform RGD simulations

Use expertise to guide junior engineers in rarefied flow field physics

Guide junior engineers in the use of DAC and similar simulation tools

Perform deep dive analyses as needed

Perform other duties as required

Qualifications:

Educational requirement equivalent to a BS with at least 15 years of experience

Experience using CFD solutions to inform RGD simulations

Expertise with upper atmosphere aerodynamic and aerothermodynamic modeling approaches and sensitivities

Expertise with rarefied flow field physics

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

Preferred Qualifications:

MS or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering

Expertise with high fidelity modeling approaches and codes for rarefied flow fields, like DSMC Analysis Code (DAC)

Expertise with vacuum plume testing and modeling validation

Expertise for visiting vehicle docking and berthing plume flow fields and modeling

Expertise with engineering approaches and tools to model rarefied flow fields

Experience mentoring junior engineers

Why Join Our Team?

Excellent personal and professional career growth

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

Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

Much, much more!

Requirements:

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. 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: Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time). Standard office environment with the possibility of inside or outside work depending on tasks.

Equipment and Machines: Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

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

Professional Conduct: 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.

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