Remote Interplanetary Trajectory & Maneuver Engineer

Intuitive Machines Llc; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KinetX Aerospace, a subsidiary of Intuitive Machines, is seeking a Trajectory and Maneuver Design Engineer to support interplanetary missions. The role can be remote or in-person at Littleton, CO, and requires strong skills in astrodynamics, trajectory optimization, and software tools.

You will work with spacecraft subsystems, scientists, and stakeholders to design maneuvers and verify results, while building robust navigation tools and reports for mission success.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, Physics, or related discipline.
• Experience with interplanetary trajectory design or navigation in at least one area (astrodynamics, trajectory optimization, orbit determination, flight path control, or low thrust design).
• Proficiency with Copernicus, STK, GMAT, EMTG, or other mission design tools.
• Proficiency in Python and Linux; strong Office suite skills.
• US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Support high-profile interplanetary missions (NASA OSIRIS-APEX, Lucy, DAVINCI) and commercial lunar/mars programs.
• Perform trajectory analysis, trajectory optimization, and mission design.
• Create ground navigation tools for trajectory design, visualization, and analysis.
• Produce technical reports and present results to the team and stakeholders.
• Coordinate analyses with industry partners and spacecraft subsystem teams.
• Work with scientists and engineers to understand mission requirements.
• Lead work groups and teams as needed.

Skills

Python

Team leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's in Aerospace Engineering / Astrodynamics

Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering / Astrodynamics

PhD in Aerospace Engineering / Astrodynamics

Tools

Copernicus

STK

GMAT

EMTG

MIRAGE

MONTE

Job description

KinetX Aerospace, a subsidiary of Intuitive Machines, is seeking a Trajectory and Maneuver Design Engineer to support interplanetary missions. The role can be remote or in-person at Littleton, CO, and requires strong skills in astrodynamics, trajectory optimization, and software tools.

You will work with spacecraft subsystems, scientists, and stakeholders to design maneuvers and verify results, while building robust navigation tools and reports for mission success.