2027 RPO Software Developer/Analyst
Core
Architect and develop integrated multidisciplinary RPO (rendezvous and proximity operations) analysis capabilities and provide expertise for customer flight-mechanics needs.
Role type
Senior IC software developer/analyst (flight mechanics)
Builds
Integrated multidisciplinary RPO analysis capabilities, flight dynamics tools, and operational concepts for space systems
Domain
Defense space systems, orbital engagement, rendezvous and proximity operations
Required skills
C++ (architecture, optimization, algorithms), Python (API design, integration), software architecture, flight dynamics, astrodynamics, trajectory simulation, orbit determination, state estimation, relative navigation, algorithm design, mathematical modeling
Preferred skills
PhD in CS/Engineering/Math/Physics, contested space applications experience, wargaming experience, SSBI/TS/SCI clearance
Technologies
C++, Python, Git, Bitbucket, Jira, GitHub
Responsibilities
Develop and implement new flight dynamics tools, conduct software architecture design, engage with users to refine requirements, combine AI/ML/RL with flight mechanics modeling, develop CONOPS and TTPs, support evaluation of contested space missions, collaborate on multidisciplinary solutions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC