Astrodynamics Engineer: Orbit Design & Mission Analysis

Socket.dev; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC in Chantilly, Virginia seeks Astrodynamics Engineers to solve complex modeling and simulation challenges for national satellite programs. The role involves collaboration with propulsion, radars, optics, AI/ML, cloud computing and HPC experts to deliver actionable insights and sustain critical national imperatives.

Ideal candidates have education in Aerospace Engineering, Applied Math, Physics or related fields and experience in orbit maneuver design, Rendezvous & Proximity Operations,

Qualifications

• Advanced programming in Python or C++ with ability to transfer skills from another language
• Strong collaboration skills to work with engineers in a mutual support environment
• Ability to refine analyses in response to formal peer reviews

Responsibilities

• Independent trade studies and technical assessments
• Evaluating results provided by external teams
• Identifying new concepts for analysis
• Presenting actionable technical briefings to customers
• Supporting other prime contracts as necessary

Skills

Python

C++

Education

Bachelor

Master

PhD/JD

Job description

SAIC in Chantilly, Virginia seeks Astrodynamics Engineers to solve complex modeling and simulation challenges for national satellite programs. The role involves collaboration with propulsion, radars, optics, AI/ML, cloud computing and HPC experts to deliver actionable insights and sustain critical national imperatives.

Ideal candidates have education in Aerospace Engineering, Applied Math, Physics or related fields and experience in orbit maneuver design, Rendezvous & Proximity Operations,