Technical Consultant - STK (Aerospace Mission Simulation)

3D Engineering; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

3D Engineering in Bengaluru is seeking a candidate to work on mission simulations for aerospace and space systems. You will model satellite trajectories, constellations, and coverage, and simulate links between satellites, UAVs, and ground stations.

The role involves orbital analysis, mission feasibility studies for satellite and UAV systems, and building comprehensive simulation scenarios with satellites, aircraft/UAV platforms, ground stations, sensors, and payloads.

Qualifications

• Strong fundamentals in orbital mechanics.
• Understanding of satellite constellations.
• Basic knowledge of flight dynamics.
• Knowledge of navigation and aerospace systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and run mission simulations using ANSYS STK for aerospace and space systems.
• Model and analyze satellite trajectories, constellations, and coverage patterns.
• Simulate communication links between satellites, UAVs, and ground stations.
• Analyze orbital parameters, revisit times, and mission coverage.
• Evaluate line-of-sight, communication access, and sensor coverage.
• Study mission feasibility for satellite and UAV systems.
• Build simulation scenarios including: satellites, aircraft/UAV platforms, ground stations, sensors and payloads.
• Perform parametric analysis to evaluate system performance.
• Prepare technical reports and simulation summaries.
• Document simulation workflows and methodologies.
• Collaborate with aerospace engineers, simulation specialists, and defense project teams.
• Participate in technical reviews and mission analysis discussions.
• Undergo training in ANSYS STK, mission analysis, and aerospace simulation workflows.
• Continuously develop expertise in digital mission engineering.

Skills

Orbital mechanics

Satellite constellations

Flight dynamics

Navigation systems

Aerospace systems

Satellite communication

Control systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS STK

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Job Description / Roles Responsibilities

Mission Simulation Aerospace Modeling

• Develop and run mission simulations using ANSYS STK for aerospace and space systems.
• Model and analyze satellite trajectories, constellations, and coverage patterns.
• Simulate communication links between satellites, UAVs, and ground stations.

Aerospace System Analysis

• Analyze orbital parameters, revisit times, and mission coverage.
• Evaluate line-of-sight, communication access, and sensor coverage.
• Study mission feasibility for satellite and UAV systems.

Model Development

• Build simulation scenarios including:
• Satellites
• Aircraft / UAV platforms
• Ground stations
• Sensors and payloads
• Perform parametric analysis to evaluate system performance.

Mission Planning

• Support aerospace mission planning studies.
• Analyze satellite constellation performance and ground coverage.
• Simulate defense, communication, or Earth observation missions.

Documentation

• Prepare technical reports and simulation summaries.
• Document simulation workflows and methodologies.

Collaboration

• Work with aerospace engineers, simulation specialists, and defense project teams.
• Participate in technical reviews and mission analysis discussions.

Learning Development

• Undergo training in:
• ANSYS STK
• Mission analysis
• Aerospace simulation workflows
• Continuously develop expertise in digital mission engineering.

Skills

Must Have

Aerospace Mission Analysis

• Strong fundamentals in orbital mechanics
• Understanding of satellite constellations
• Basic knowledge of flight dynamics
• Knowledge of navigation and aerospace systems

STK / Mission Simulation (Training can be provided)

• Basic understanding of mission simulation tools
• Interest in System Tool Kit (STK) for space and aerospace simulation
• Ability to simulate satellite orbits, ground stations, and communication links

Analytical Skills

• Ability to interpret simulation results
• Problem solving and engineering analysis
• Strong mathematical and physics background

Optional Skills

• Exposure to ANSYS STK
• Knowledge of UAV mission planning
• Programming in Python / MATLAB
• Knowledge of RF communication basics
• Exposure to GIS / geospatial systems

Must Have

• Bachelor s degree in Aerospace Engineering (preferred) or related discipline.
• Relevant academic exposure in:
• Orbital Mechanics
• Flight Mechanics
• Aerospace Systems
• Satellite Communication
• Control Systems
• Freshers with strong fundamentals are preferred.

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