Entry-Level Spacecraft Simulation Engineer

Engg; Denver, Long Beach (CO, CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

True Anomaly is seeking an entry-level Spacecraft Simulation Software Engineer to build and extend high-fidelity spacecraft and constellation models. You will contribute to 6DOF dynamics, thermal, attitude, and propulsion simulations within a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team.

This 3-month temporary engagement offers growth with potential conversion based on performance and business needs, and requires willingness to work on-site in Colorado with hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, CS, physics or related field.
• Exposure to C++ and Python; OO design basics.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced team.
• U.S. citizenship and eligible for DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Write well-structured C++ code (C++17/20) with performance focus.
• Contribute to multi-physics spacecraft simulations and modeling.
• Collaborate across teams and participate in code reviews and sprint planning.
• Develop and test time-stepping algorithms and libraries.

Skills

C++

Python

6DOF

Algorithms

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Python

Job description

True Anomaly is seeking an entry-level Spacecraft Simulation Software Engineer to build and extend high-fidelity spacecraft and constellation models. You will contribute to 6DOF dynamics, thermal, attitude, and propulsion simulations within a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team.

This 3-month temporary engagement offers growth with potential conversion based on performance and business needs, and requires willingness to work on-site in Colorado with hybrid arrangements.