Aerospace Simulator Systems Engineer

Relative Dynamics; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits information included

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Community engagement opportunities

Job summary

Relative Dynamics seeks an Aerospace Simulator Systems Engineer to support NASA GSFC projects in Greenbelt, MD. The role entails on-site work with potential hybrid arrangements and occasional travel; you will lead simulator development, manage interfaces, and coordinate with USGS and other stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a BS or MS in Aerospace Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive cross-disciplinary efforts.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Aerospace Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with hardware simulators (not software) required.
• Knowledge of requirements management, CM tools, and cross-team integration.
• Experience on large Class B NASA missions; Landsat experience a plus.
• Lifecycle NASA space system development knowledge.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Landsat Next ConOps and develop simulator requirements.
• Define simulator needs and mission concepts; manage interfaces.
• Track simulator inputs across spacecraft, payload, ground, and launch services.
• Lead weekly Simulator Working Group with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with USGS and ensure I&T meets needs.
• Review mission docs and prepare specification packages per Task Orders.
• Provide MISE support and inputs for simulator design.
• Analyze contractor progress and participate in system reviews.
• Ensure end-user testing and operational alignment.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

Requirements management

Configuration/data management

Leadership

Cross-team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

BS or MS in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

DOORS

CM tools

Job description

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At Relative Dynamics we value knowledge as a process rather than knowledge as an answer. Founded in 2011 our goal is to define the new space era by continuously pushing the boundaries of engineering services and technology development. Visit us at www.relativedynamics.space.

Relative Dynamics is a subcontractor supporting the SEAS II Contract. In this role, you will be employed by Relative Dynamics and assigned to work on projects in support of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC).

Relative Dynamics is seeking an Aerospace Simulator Systems Engineer to work on-site at NASA GSFC in Greenbelt, MD. This is a full-time, on-site position. The opportunity for hybrid work with routine telework may be available with Project consent. This role includes occasional travel (2 trips per year) to the customer site in South Dakota.

What You’ll Get to Do:

Support Landsat Next ConOps development, including simulator usage and mission-level integration/testing considerations, and develop the mission simulator requirements and ConOps documents.

Define simulator needs (mission objectives, measurement concept, instrument concept), mission design, and interface engineering/management requirements, including late-lifecycle considerations for pre-launch, launch, and commissioning verification.

Track and oversee simulator engineering inputs for pre-formulation/formulation studies across spacecraft, payload, ground, and launch services.

Serve as Project liaison to USGS on all simulator matters, and lead a weekly Simulator Working Group with key stakeholders to resolve issues and align on simulator needs.

Interact with USGS engineering/operations teams to ensure simulator requirements, design, and I&T meet end-user testing and operational needs.

Review mission systems/operations documentation and prepare requirements/specification packages conforming to Task Order standards, including interface identification and ICD development support.

Provide M&ISE support (system design assessment for Design Reviews, requirements/specification review, interface management strategy) and technical inputs for simulator design/problem-solving.

Analyze contractor progress reports with recommendations to the project, and participate in Observatory/Spacecraft/Launch Vehicle/Instrument systems reviews, meetings, and working groups.

What You’ll Need:

Required & Desired Skills

BS or MS in Aerospace Engineering or related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience

Previous experience with and understanding of hardware simulators (not software simulation) is required.

Working knowledge of requirements management, configuration/data management tools, and integrating them across technical and project teams for mission, spacecraft, instrument, ground, and launch system architecture formulation.

Experience managing products commensurate with large Class B NASA missions; Landsat project experience is a plus.

Practical application of requirements management, digital engineering processes, and configuration/data management for mission engineering and project management at NASA GSFC.

Working knowledge of full lifecycle development of NASA space, ground, and launch vehicle systems, from concept through on-orbit deployment and operations.

Outstanding leadership, organizational, and oral/written communication skills.

Ability to work well across multiple teams, customers, and working groups.

Who You Are:

Effective communicator who can translate complex technical concepts across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders

Customer-focused, with the ability to support government and agency partners while maintaining high service standards

Dependable and accountable, consistently meeting commitments in regulated and deadline-driven environments

Productive and results-oriented, balancing quality, efficiency, and innovation across projects

Collaborative team player who contributes to shared goals and overall organizational success

What You'll Enjoy:

Grow your career with mobility, continuous learning, tuition reimbursement, and a personal development program in a culture that rewards innovation and impact

Join a high-performing team that works together on meaningful, mission-driven work and support each other.

• Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, 401(k) with match, PTO, company holidays, and community engagement opportunities

Relative Dynamics conducts a comprehensive background check that includes drug testing. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.