Astrodynamics R&D Scientist – TS/SCI

Booz Allen Hamilton; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an Astrodynamicist to apply advanced physics research to test and analyze phenomena and to shape R&D programs for space missions. The role requires 3+ years in applied research, space-industry experience, and programming in MATLAB, Python, C++, or Java.

An active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to take a polygraph are required; a Doctorate in Physics or Astronautical Engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of applied research experience.
• Experience on space industry R&D projects.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, C++, or Java.
• Knowledge of HPC, cloud, or ML engineering.
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willing to take a polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Test and analyze physical phenomena related to space missions.
• Shape and support R&D programs for space-related challenges.
• Mentor and may supervise team members.
• Collaborate with intelligence community projects as needed.

Skills

Applied research

Space industry experience

MATLAB

Python

C++

Java

HPC / Cloud / ML

TS/SCI clearance

Polygraph willingness

Education

Doctorate degree in Physics

Astronautical Engineering

Tools

Astrodynamics software

Cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an Astrodynamicist to apply advanced physics research to test and analyze phenomena and to shape R&D programs for space missions. The role requires 3+ years in applied research, space-industry experience, and programming in MATLAB, Python, C++, or Java.

An active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to take a polygraph are required; a Doctorate in Physics or Astronautical Engineering is preferred.