Astrodynamics Engineer
Core
Design, test, and implement orbital dynamics computations for online Command and Control systems to enable efficient orbit changes and scenario analysis for spacecraft.
Role type
Astrodynamics Engineer (IC)
Builds
Online C2 systems for satellite monitoring, maintenance, and protection
Domain
Aerospace / Orbital Mechanics / Space Operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Orbital mechanics analysis, Propagation algorithms (analytical, numerical, hybrid), Orbit change optimization, Systems integration, GNC collaboration, Algorithm testing and validation
Preferred skills
Proximity manoeuvres, Formation flying, Spacecraft attitude dynamics, Mission planning, CI/CD pipelines, AI LLMs for technical development
Technologies
GMAT, STK, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, Rust, C++, Elixir/Erlang, Git, GitHub
Responsibilities
Identify orbital scenarios for online Command and Control systems; Design and test solutions using various propagation approaches; Determine efficient means for large orbit changes; Verify and validate proposed solutions; Integrate solutions into online systems; Collaborate with GNC team on spacecraft capabilities and control authority; Stay current with emerging orbital mechanics techniques
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC