Constellation Modeling Engineer - Satellite Optimization

InvestedintheMission; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpinLaunch is building Meridian, a next-generation broadband constellation to deliver high-capacity, low-latency connectivity worldwide. You will develop software tools to model and optimize constellation performance and customer solutions, collaborating with the engineering team on design improvements.

The role emphasizes Python development, 3D geometry proficiency, and the ability to scale complex modeling tools within a fast-paced space tech environment. Applicants must be U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, aerospace, or related field.
• Experience developing in Python (especially numpy and pandas).
• Strong understanding and knowledge of 3D vector geometry and calculus.
• Ability to rapidly expand application-specific knowledge sets and skills where necessary.
• Passion for understanding complexity and finding answers to challenging questions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop software tools to measure and optimize constellation performance, utilization, and lifecycles.
• Conduct analysis to cater constellation solutions for customers.
• Collaborate with engineering to optimize constellation design.
• Develop optimization techniques and algorithms for beam placement and interference mitigation.
• Model global market demand for communication services and infrastructure.
• Optimize computational efficiency of in-house modelling tools.

Skills

Python

numpy

pandas

3D vector geometry

calculus

communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Aerospace related degree

Job description

SpinLaunch is building Meridian, a next-generation broadband constellation to deliver high-capacity, low-latency connectivity worldwide. You will develop software tools to model and optimize constellation performance and customer solutions, collaborating with the engineering team on design improvements.

The role emphasizes Python development, 3D geometry proficiency, and the ability to scale complex modeling tools within a fast-paced space tech environment. Applicants must be U.S.