Astrodynamics Engineer

Insight Global; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in El Segundo, CA is seeking an Astrodynamics Engineer to lead astrodynamics efforts for satellite programs. You will guide orbital mechanics work, mission analyses, and trajectory design while mentoring junior engineers. Expect to work onsite with a strong focus on system-level performance and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of engineering industry experience; orbital mechanics/astrodynamics experience.
• 3+ years with orbit design and simulation software (GMAT, STK) and scientific computing (MATLAB, Python, Julia, Fortran, C++).
• 9+ years industry experience in orbit analysis roles.
• Experience with rendezvous, proximity operations, or formation flight.
• Specialization in advanced orbital mechanics topics and methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform astrodynamics and orbit analyses for satellite programs.
• Derive requirements to meet customer mission objectives.
• Optimize spacecraft trajectories considering fuel, time, and performance.
• Develop tools and processes for mission operations and the team.
• Oversee Astrodynamics Engineering across programs and portfolios.
• Interface with subsystems, systems engineering, and program management.
• Provide technical leadership and task decomposition for the team.

Skills

Astrodynamics

Orbit mechanics

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Numerical computing

Education

Bachelors in aerospace engineering

Tools

GMAT

STK

MATLAB

Python

Fortran

C++

Julia

Job description

Job Description

One of our Aerospace clients is looking for an Astrodynamics Engineer who will step into the Astrodynamics team as a technical leader for astrodynamics efforts on satellite programs.

The ideal candidate will be an expert in orbital mechanics, orbit determination, mission analysis, trajectory design, or constellation operations and will be capable of leading technical efforts while mentoring junior engineers.

Position Responsibilities:- Perform astrodynamics and orbit analyses- Determine and derive astrodynamics requirements to meet customer requirements and perform customer missions- Optimize spacecraft trajectories based on fuel, time, and/or performance characteristics- Define/develop tools and processes to be used by mission operations and the broader team- Oversee Astrodynamics Engineering across a range of programs and portfolios- Interface with other satellite subsystems as well as systems engineering and program management to ensure system-level performance- Technical leadership of a team of engineers in support of a program, including decomposition and delegation of tasks

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or a related technical discipline and a minimum of 5 years of engineering industry experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• 3 or more years' experience in orbital mechanics, orbit design, or astrodynamics
• 3 or more years' experience with orbit design and simulation software tools (e.g. GMAT, STK, COTS mission planning tools, etc.) and scientific computing software (MATLAB, Python, Julia, Fortran, C++, etc.)
• 9+ years industry experience in orbit analysis role(s)
• Experience with rendezvous and proximity operations or formation flight
• Specialization in advanced orbital mechanics topics (e.g., trajectory optimization, relative motion maneuvering, orbit determination techniques, etc.)
• Ability to architect novel methods, algorithms, and solutions for complex mission analyses
• Experience decomposing large/complex/nebulous tasks into clearly defined subsets of work that can be done personally or delegated to other members of the team
• Ability to set direction of program work and create processes and standards to support the group
• Development of industry leading knowledge, methods, and techniques within the realm of spacecraft guidance, navigation, and control (GNC)
• Active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].