Mission Design & Flight Dynamics Leader

Impulse Space; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term incentives (stock options)

Medical, vision & dental coverage

Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Impulse Space is seeking a leader for the Mission Design and Flight Dynamics team in Boulder County. You will build and lead the group, set technical direction, and stay hands‑on in analysis from concept to flight operations and disposal.

You will partner with Business Development, Space Operations, GNC, and Propulsion to capture requirements, run feasibility studies, and produce proposal content. This role demands a strong technical leader with startup experience.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related field.
• 10+ years of demonstrated experience in spacecraft flight dynamics, astrodynamics, or mission design.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical trades clearly to customers, executives, and non‑specialists.
• Demonstrated experience supporting spacecraft operations or mission‑critical events.
• Proficiency in Python and/or C++ for engineering tool development.
• Demonstrated experience developing production‑quality technical software.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and mentor a team of navigation, flight dynamics, and mission design engineers, owning hiring, career development, technical standards, and the team's roadmap across programs and pursuits.
• Serve as the technical authority for mission design, trajectory, orbit determination, and maneuver decisions from concept through end of mission.
• Lead mission solutioning for inbound customers and RFP responses, translating customer objectives into CONOPS and demonstrating fit with vehicles.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Team building

Education

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related field

M.S. or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

Impulse Space is seeking a leader for the Mission Design and Flight Dynamics team in Boulder County. You will build and lead the group, set technical direction, and stay hands‑on in analysis from concept to flight operations and disposal.

You will partner with Business Development, Space Operations, GNC, and Propulsion to capture requirements, run feasibility studies, and produce proposal content. This role demands a strong technical leader with startup experience.