Astrodynamics Engineer (Lead/Senior) - Millennium Space Systems

Millennium Space Systems

El Segundo (CA)

On-site

USD 123,000 - 225,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is seeking an Astrodynamics Engineer to serve as the Responsible Engineering Authority for the Astrodynamics subsystem on a given program, study, or proposal. You will drive spacecraft mission design, provide maneuver plans for on-orbit operations, and help set engineering standards for the Astro team.

You will mentor teammates, develop new methods and tools, and oversee engineering across programs, including collaboration with propulsion, systems

Qualifications

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.)
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (post-start) for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship

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

Skills

Orbital mechanics

Orbit design

Astrodynamics

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering

Tools

GMAT

STK

MATLAB

Python

Julia

Fortran

C++

Job description

Company
Millennium Space Systems
Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation.
Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.

Astrodynamics Team

The Astrodynamics Team is responsible for conducting a range of modeling, simulation, and analyses in areas such as space mission design, trajectory design, orbital maneuvers, orbit estimation, space debris collision and avoidance analyses, and space domain awareness. Engineers in the Astrodynamics group are integral throughout the entire program lifecycle, providing mission design inputs, maneuver plans to meet mission objectives, as well as console support for on-orbit operations. They are directly responsible for determining the necessary capability of the satellite’s propulsion system and successfully maneuvering vehicles during flight operations. They oversee the orbital Concept-of-Operations (CONOPS) from inception to on-orbit operations, and through to end-of-life disposal.

As an Astrodynamics Engineer

As an Astrodynamics Engineer, you will be the Responsible Engineering Authority (REA) for the Astrodynamics subsystem for a given program, study, or proposal. You will be at the forefront in the design of our current and future missions, with the opportunity to advance as a technical leader. In addition to your technical responsibilities, as an experienced member of the team you will help set the engineering standard for the Astro team. You will define methods, tools, and processes to follow, and you will be accountable for the quality of the work coming from the group at large. You will mentor other members of the team and develop the next generation of Astrodynamics engineering talent.

This position’s internal job code is Guidance, Nav & Controls Engr. Our team is currently hiring for levels 3/4.

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

Location

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

Security Clearance And Export Control Requirements

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance. for which the US Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A final U.S. Top Secret security clearance is required post start.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

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.)
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (post-start) for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

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

Conflict Of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process

Drug Free Workplace

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards

At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations

Summary Pay Range

Level 3: $123,000 - $183,000
Level 4: $150,750 - $225,000

Millennium is DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.

Category = Engineering

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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