Senior Mission Analysis Engineer: Trajectory & GNC Expert

PLD Space; Elche; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

23 days paid vacation + holidays

Restaurant tickets

Transport contributions

Job summary

PLD Space, based in Elche, Spain, seeks a Mission Analysis Engineer to contribute to analysis and planning of space missions. You will assess feasibility, optimize trajectories, and provide critical information to decision-makers, supporting launch vehicle and spacecraft missions.

The role requires strong orbital mechanics knowledge, proficiency with ASTOS/STK, and collaboration with propulsion and systems teams. A Six-figure growth potential is expected in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Aerospace engineering degree or demonstrable relevant experience.
• 5+ years of relevant technical experience.
• Strong understanding of orbital mechanics and mission analysis.
• Proficiency with mission analysis tools like ASTOS or STK.
• Knowledge of launch vehicle performance parameters.

Responsibilities

• Perform mission analysis and trajectory optimization for launch vehicle and spacecraft missions.
• Support mission design for interplanetary and Earth Observation missions.
• Model and simulate space systems, including space environment and dynamics.
• Determine launch windows, ascent trajectories, staging events, and orbital maneuvers.
• Conduct sensitivity analyses and trade studies on mission parameters.
• Perform GNC assessments and develop software tools for mission analysis.
• Generate mission profiles, trajectory reports, and performance analyses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate requirements.
• Produce documentation for program development reviews and internal use.

Skills

Orbital mechanics

Astrodynamics

Mission analysis

Trajectory optimization

GNC assessments

Software engineering principles

Launch vehicle performance

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Education

Aerospace Engineering degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ASTOS

STK

Job description

PLD Space, based in Elche, Spain, seeks a Mission Analysis Engineer to contribute to analysis and planning of space missions. You will assess feasibility, optimize trajectories, and provide critical information to decision-makers, supporting launch vehicle and spacecraft missions.

The role requires strong orbital mechanics knowledge, proficiency with ASTOS/STK, and collaboration with propulsion and systems teams. A Six-figure growth potential is expected in a fast-paced, innovative environment.