Nuclear Thermal Propulsion Engineer

• Development of advanced numerical simulations of nuclear propulsion systems, R&D testing, and testing facility development support, including ultra-high temperature materials behavior, such as temperature distributions in hypersonic gas flow as a function of reactor power and gas handling system designs
• Integration of several advanced software physics packages and framework tools into a multi-physics simulation capability to perform end-to-end performance predictions for a nuclear thermal rocket
• Interacting with DARPA and US laboratory modelers to develop the simulation framework design with the NASA SNP Project Office and other stakeholders to ensure defensible predictions of technology performance capabilities. The simulation framework and simulation results will be fully documented, and all work product developed will be delivered to SNP Project Office
• Working to train junior engineers at SNP Project Office such that SNP Project Office retains advanced capabilities in the modeling and simulation

• PhD degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field is required
• Degree from an ABET accredited institution is preferred
• At least 30 years of relevant experience is desired
• A demonstrated capability to plan and perform modeling and analysis tasks independently and within a team is required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Power-Point, Excel, and Word is required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
• Individual must be highly motivated, self-driven to continuously learn and apply proven and developing knowledge and methodologies in new situations and tasks, and willing to shift focus areas to meet customer requirements
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required

Familiarity with software such as MCNP and other thermal physics-based models is desired

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance