Astrodynamics Engineer (Multiple)

APEX TK LLC • Chantilly, VA

3d • $130,000 - $200,000

About The Position

APEX TK is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Astrodynamics Engineer to support a critical government client. The role involves analysis for government satellite programs across all types of Earth orbits, collaborating with specialists in astrodynamics, propulsion systems, launch trajectories, sensing, and High Performance Computing (HPC). Engineers may meet with and optionally present findings to local senior government customers. Depending on their interests and skills, they may work on strategies for significant orbit changes, multi-satellite Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO), or using Space Domain Awareness (SDA) sensor data to perform orbit determination on maneuvering satellites.

Requirements

• 2–10 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, aerospace, or computer science.
• Active Top Secret/SCI with CI Poly clearance.
• Experience performing space-related engineering analysis, including collecting, organizing, and analyzing data, using one or more of C++, Python, R, SQL, PostgreSQL, Linux, MATLAB, VBA, or STK.
• Ability to communicate findings and recommendations to internal and external customers.
• Solid understanding of orbital mechanics and space systems.
• Experience with phenomenological models, including the demonstrated ability to model relevant physical phenomena and validate those models.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a STEM-related field.
• Experience with other simulation tools and programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Work with the modeling and simulation team to conduct analyses supporting government satellite programs in all types of Earth orbits.
• Collaborate with experts in astrodynamics, propulsion systems, launch trajectories, sensing, and High Performance Computing (HPC).
• Use programming languages such as Python and C++ to leverage existing analysis tools and develop new tools.
• Conduct independent trade studies and technical assessments.
• Review and validate algorithms and results provided by external teams.
• Develop and present technical briefings.
• Depending on interests and skills, work on strategies for significant orbit changes, multi-satellite Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO), or using Space Domain Awareness (SDA) sensor data to perform orbit determination on maneuvering satellites.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to internal and external customers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level