Junior Hypersonic Flight Test Trajectory Analyst

KODA Technologies Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

KODA Technologies is seeking a Junior Hypersonic Flight Test Trajectory Analyst to support DOD-wide initiatives to mature and deliver critical hypersonic technologies. You will analyze flight test data, develop tools in MATLAB/Python/C++, and help validate trajectories against safety requirements.

The role emphasizes data reconstruction from telemetry and sensors, end-to-end trajectory modeling, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (STEM) with 2-10 years' experience.
• Ability to develop tools in MATLAB, Python, or C++ to perform technical analysis of trajectory data.
• Experience or educational background in missile flight dynamics, equations of motion, coordinate transformations, and general physics-based M&S.
• Excellent people, organization, and technical skills with the ability to plan and coordinate tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis that supports planning and execution of hypersonic vehicle flight testing.
• Develop, configure, and execute scripts/tools that perform post-processing, analysis, and IV&V of both simulated and flight test trajectory data against mission and range safety requirements.
• Perform flight test trajectory reconstruction from multiple sources of data to produce a best-estimated-trajectory of the flight vehicle.
• Develop, configure, and execute trajectory models and simulations, including end-to-end trajectory generation, Monte Carlo analysis, 6-DoF ballistic propagation, and other trajectory analysis.
• Document and present analysis at program technical reviews and milestones

Skills

MATLAB

Python

C++

Missile flight dynamics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

TAOS

POST

Job description

Junior Hypersonic Flight Test Trajectory Analyst

Company Overview

KODA is a people-first company and a three-time Fortune Best Workplace®, Great Place to Work® certified, a Best Place for Working Parents®, and a seven-time Huntsville Best Places to Work® winner.

We're a Small Business Making a Big Impact On National-priority Missions In Missile Defense, Hypersonics, DoD Space, And Civil Space. At KODA, You'll Find

• Competitive pay & great benefits
• Career growth & professional development
• A culture of trust, integrity, and teamwork

The name KODA, meaning "allies," reflects our commitment to our people, our customers, and our community. Join us and build a career that matters!

Position Overview

KODA Technologies is seeking a Junior Hypersonic Flight Test Trajectory Analyst to support DOD-wide initiatives to rapidly mature and deliver critical hypersonic technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis that supports planning and execution of hypersonic vehicle flight testing.
• Develop, configure, and execute scripts/tools that perform post-processing, analysis, and Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) of both simulated and flight test trajectory data against mission and range safety requirements.
• Perform flight test trajectory reconstruction from multiple sources of data (telemetry, sensor, other) to produce a best-estimated-trajectory of the flight vehicle.
• Develop, configure, and execute trajectory models and simulations, including end-to-end trajectory generation, Monte Carlo analysis, 6-DoF ballistic propagation, and other trajectory analysis.
• Document and present analysis at program technical reviews and milestones

Requirments

• Bachelor's Degree (STEM) with 2-10 years' experience
• Ability to develop tools in MATLAB, Python, or C++ to perform technical analysis of trajectory data
• Experience or educational background in missile flight dynamics, equations of motion, coordinate transformations, and general physics-based M&S
• Excellent people, organization, and technical skills with the ability to plan and coordinate tasks in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with TAOS, POST, or similar trajectory simulation tools
• Experience modeling and simulating hypersonic vehicles
• Experience with aerodynamic modeling with Missile DATCOM and CFD tools
• Experience with guidance, navigation, and controls
• Understanding of Hypersonic missile flight and associated test challenges

Clearance: U.S. Citizenship and Active Secret Clearance is required

KODA Technologies Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact [e-mail] to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.