Sr. Software Engineer, Space Mission Design

SpinLaunch is seeking a candidate to join their team as a Software Engineer. The role involves developing software tools to measure the effectiveness and feasibility of advanced satellite communication constellations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, as well as experience in modeling systems performance and a strong understanding of 3D vector geometry and calculus. The salary range for this position is $165,000.00 to $220,000.00.

• Developing software tools to measure the effectiveness and feasibility of advanced satellite communication constellations
• Using and creating software tools to model satellite payload performance, utilization, and lifecycles
• Modelling global market demand for communication services
• Modelling constellation support infrastructure (ground stations etc.)
• Optimizing computational efficiency of in-house modelling tools
• Managing SpinLaunch's codebase of constellation modelling tools
• Working with the Engineering team to optimize the constellation design

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineer, Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, or related field
• Experience in modelling systems performance across a variety of disciplines (MATLAB, Python, Julia, Excel, etc.)
• Strong understanding and knowledge of 3D vector geometry and calculus
• Ability to rapidly expand application specific knowledge sets and skills where necessary
• Passion for understanding complexity and finding answers to challenging questions
• Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering with a focus on Spacecraft (ideal qualification)
• At least 5 years of related industry experience (ideal qualification)
• Experience developing GIS (mapping) software tools (ideal qualification)
• Previous experience with LEO spacecraft and/or space mission top level design (ideal qualification)
• Previous experience working on LEO constellation(s) (ideal qualification)
• Familiarity with radio communication principles (antennas, link budgets, etc.) (ideal qualification)
• Experience in optimizing computationally intensive software (ideal qualification)

• Salary Range: $165,000.00 to $220,000.00
• Base salary determined on a case-by-case basis
• Benefits influenced by factors such as experience, credentials, certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and scope of the position
• ITAR Requirements: Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
• Equal opportunity employer: Promotes equal employment opportunity and prohibits discriminatory practices, including harassment