Flight Dynamics Engineer in LA – Trajectory & Control Lead

Protingent; Los Angeles (CA); Presencial; USD 130 000 - 170 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Protingent is seeking a Flight Dynamics Engineer in Los Angeles, CA to lead high-fidelity trajectory analysis and attitude control development for spacecraft. You will build models, tune control laws, and coordinate with ADCS, propulsion, and avionics teams to ensure smooth integration and operation of flight dynamics within the spacecraft bus.

The ideal candidate has a strong aerospace background, 5+ years in flight dynamics, experience with mission design software and Python/C++/MATLAB, and a

Qualificações

• 5+ years of experience in spacecraft flight dynamics and attitude control.
• Experience with propulsion system dynamics and GNC interfaces.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, and MATLAB for modeling flight dynamics.

Responsabilidades

• Lead integration and interface work for ADCS, propulsion, and hardware GNC components.
• Develop high-fidelity flight dynamics models for trajectory analysis and propellant budgeting.
• Develop and tune control laws for pointing, detumbling, and station-keeping.
• Coordinate with AI&T and Avionics teams to ensure proper software integration.
• Transition to on-console operations and diagnose flight dynamics anomalies.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and document results.

Conhecimentos

Python

C++

MATLAB

Formação académica

Bachelor's or advanced degree in aerospace engineering or electrical engineering

Ferramentas

Mission design software

Flight dynamics simulation tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Protingent is seeking a Flight Dynamics Engineer in Los Angeles, CA to lead high-fidelity trajectory analysis and attitude control development for spacecraft. You will build models, tune control laws, and coordinate with ADCS, propulsion, and avionics teams to ensure smooth integration and operation of flight dynamics within the spacecraft bus.

The ideal candidate has a strong aerospace background, 5+ years in flight dynamics, experience with mission design software and Python/C++/MATLAB, and a