Flight Dynamics Engineer (all genders)

DUDE CHEM; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 75.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Urban Sports Club

Public transport discount

Corporate benefits

Training budget €1,500

Permanent contract

Private pension 20%

Hybrid work model

30 days vacation + April 12 holiday

Zusammenfassung

Reflex Aerospace in Berlin invites a Flight Dynamics Engineer to design, analyze, and support spacecraft trajectories and guidance strategies, with a focus on rendezvous and proximity operations. You will work with AOCS, software, and mission operations teams to plan maneuvers, validate concepts with Monte Carlo analyses, develop autonomous orbit control, and contribute to on-orbit activities.

A degree in Space Engineering, Astrodynamics or Physics and 3–5 years in the space industry are

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Space Engineering, Astrodynamics, Physics or related field
• 3–5 years of space industry experience
• Strong flight dynamics background: orbit determination, propagation, maneuver validation
• Experience with rendezvous/proximity operations or formation flight
• Knowledge of AOCS sensors/actuators (propulsion, GNSS) and navigation filters
• Familiarity with ECSS standards is a plus
• Programming in Python or MATLAB; experience with GMAT/STK/Orekit

Aufgaben

• Design and analyze orbital trajectories
• Perform orbit determination, propagation, maneuver planning, delta-V budgeting
• Plan autonomous and ground-assisted proximity operations, abort strategies, and routine activities
• Develop and maintain flight dynamics tools and simulations
• Validate concepts via Monte Carlo analyses and sensitivity studies
• Develop autonomous closed-loop orbit control algorithms
• Support SIL/HIL testing and on-orbit operations

Kenntnisse

Flight Dynamics

Orbit Determination

Propagation

Maneuver Planning

Rendezvous Ops

Formation Flight

AOCS sensors

Navigation Filters

ECSS Standards

Python

MATLAB

GMAT

STK

Orekit

Ausbildung

Space Engineering / Astrodynamics / Physics

Tools

GMAT

STK

Orekit

Jobbeschreibung

Join the Pinnacle of Satellite Technology Advancement in Germany!

Reflex Aerospace is at the forefront of propelling high-performance satellite technology to new heights within the German aerospace landscape.

As part of Reflex Aerospace, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of the space industry’s future. This is an opportunity to contribute your expertise and enthusiasm to a team that stands for innovation and excellence. If you are ready to take on exciting challenges and be part of a company that is redefining the boundaries of satellite technology, we welcome you to embark on this thrilling journey with us!

As a Flight Dynamics Engineer you will design, analyze, and support spacecraft trajectories and guidance strategies, with a strong focus on rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO) and formation flight. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and validating relative motion, rendezvous, and close-approach maneuvers for on-orbit operations, working closely with AOCS, software, and mission operations teams.

Your Mission:

• Design and analyze orbital trajectories

• Perform orbit determination, propagation, maneuver planning, and delta-V budgeting

• Plan autonomous and ground-assisted proximity operations sequences and abort strategies as well as plan and optimize routine operational activities

• Develop and maintain flight dynamics analysis tools and simulations

• Validate guidance concepts via Monte Carlo analysis and sensitivity studies

• Develop autonomous closed loop orbit control algorithms

• Support software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing

• Support launch and early orbit operations, commissioning, and on-orbit activities

Your Background:

• Degree in Space Engineering, Astrodynamics, Physics, or a related field

• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in space industry

• Strong background in flight dynamics, including orbit determination and propagation, maneuver planning and validation

• Experience designing and analyzing rendezvous and proximity operations or formation flight

• Good understanding of satellite AOCS sensors and actuators, mainly propulsion and GNSS

• Good understanding of navigation filters, including state estimation and uncertainty assessment for orbit determination and proximity operations

• Experience with ECSS standards is a plus

• Proficiency in at least one technical programming language (e.g. Python, MATLAB)

• Experience with flight dynamics tools (e.g. GMAT, STK, Orekit)

What We Offer:

• Collaborate with a diverse multinational team crafting the next wave of cutting-edge satellites. Embark on this exciting journey with us from the outset, leaving your indelible mark on a dynamic company and playing a direct role in shaping the future of the space industry.

• Keep your energy levels high with company-sponsored memberships for Urban Sports Club as well a discount in the public transport.

• Access to Corporate Benefits - A website with many discounts for various brands.

• An annual training budget of 1.500€.

• We exclusively offer permanent employment contracts, reflecting our commitment to building long-term relationships and supporting sustainable career growth within our organization.

• A 20% contribution to your private pension plan.
  We provide a hybrid work model along with flexible working hours, empowering you as the owner of your time management.

• Enjoy 30 days of paid vacation and a special company holiday on April 12th, celebrating the International Day of Human Space Flight and the spirit of exploration.