Astrodynamics Aerospace Engineer
About The Position
As an astrodynamics subject matter expert on a development program, the engineer applies expertise in astrodynamics and space situational awareness to develop space-control solutions that support national defense. The role evaluates new technologies, performs space-protection and threat analyses, and helps improve the design and development of aerospace systems. Orbital mechanics, visualization, and modeling expertise supports delivery of client-focused solutions. The engineer contributes to mission-critical solutions by evaluating, improving, and designing aerospace technology. They collaborate with developers, engineers, and clients to develop new aerospace technologies and help expand capabilities to protect national security, its assets, and the warfighter. The position is located in Chantilly, Virginia, and is not listed as remote.
Requirements
- Experience in advanced mathematics, including calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, and numerical methods, to develop complex models.
- Experience with astrodynamics software tools, including Systems Tool Kit (STK), MATLAB, and Python, including libraries such as Astropy; Java, C, and C++.
- Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
- Bachelor's degree.
Nice To Haves
- Experience conducting extensive astrodynamics domain analysis in support of software development efforts.
- Knowledge of the space environment and its effects on spacecraft, including radiation, micrometeoroids, and space debris.
- Knowledge of orbital dynamics, including Kepler's laws, orbital perturbations, orbital maneuvers, celestial mechanics, and elliptical, circular, and geostationary orbit types and properties.
- Knowledge of space regulations, licensing requirements, and international agreements governing space activities.
- Knowledge of feedback control and classic mechanics.
- Ability to work directly with a software engineering team to investigate and improve software capabilities.
- Ability to work with a team across multiple locations.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate new aerospace technologies.
- Perform space-protection and threat analyses.
- Improve the design and development of aerospace systems.
- Contribute to the evaluation, improvement, and design of aerospace technology.
- Collaborate with developers, engineers, and the client to develop aerospace technologies and deliver client-focused solutions.
Benefits
- Health, life, and disability benefits.
- Financial and retirement benefits.
- Paid leave.
- Professional development.
- Tuition assistance.
- Work-life programs.
- Dependent care.
- Recognition awards for exceptional performance and demonstration of company values.
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Job Type
Full-time
