Satellite Modeling & Simulation

Moseley Technical Services, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 181,000 - 324,000; Full time

Job summary

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Mission Analysis Engineer to support advanced space, satellite, and national security programs, focusing on mission analysis, modeling and simulation, constellation design, EO/IR image processing, and mission data processing algorithms.

This role requires expertise in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C++, orbital mechanics, satellite systems, CONOPS development, and DRMs, and it requires a U.S.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law.
• Secret Security Clearance at time hire.
• Bachelor's degree and 14+ years of related engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience modeling and simulating complex aerospace or space systems.
• Strong proficiency with MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C++, or similar modeling and simulation tools.
• Experience developing mission simulations, constellation analysis, and technical performance models.
• Knowledge of mission analysis, satellite systems, spacecraft performance, and mission data processing.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, national security, or space programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead mission analysis, modeling, simulation, and performance assessments as the REA for programs and studies.
• Develop and enhance large-scale satellite constellation simulations.
• Design and optimize EO/IR image processing algorithms from sensor data to exploitation.
• Create high-fidelity payload and spacecraft models for system trades and predictions.
• Develop algorithms and data processing solutions for MW/MT, RPO, and SDA missions.
• Architect CONOPS and DRMs to support mission planning and readiness.
• Implement image processing, state estimation, and control algorithms for advanced sensors.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to build SIL and HIL simulation environments.
• Support end-to-end system integration, verification, and mission performance analysis.
• Partner with leadership to deliver mission solutions meeting objectives.

Skills

MATLAB

Simulink

Python

C++

Orbital mechanics

CONOPS

DRMs

Mission analysis

Modeling & simulation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ASSET

PRA Toolkit

AFSIM

Job description

Satellite Modeling & Simulation | EO-IR Systems

$180,500 - $324,000/Yearly

Secret Clearance at time of hire

We are hiring a Senior Mission Analysis Engineer to support advanced space, satellite, and national security programs focused on mission analysis, modeling and simulation, constellation design, EO/IR image processing, and mission data processing algorithms. This role requires expertise in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C++, orbital mechanics, satellite systems, CONOPS development, and Design Reference Missions (DRMs) while supporting end-to-end mission performance validation for complex aerospace and defense systems requiring a Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead mission analysis, modeling, simulation, and technical performance assessments as the Responsible Engineering Authority (REA) for programs, proposals, and advanced technology studies.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance large-scale satellite constellation simulations to evaluate mission effectiveness and validate customer requirements.
• Design, develop, and optimize Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) image processing algorithms from sensor collection through mission exploitation.
• Create high-fidelity payload and spacecraft models to support system trades, mission analysis, and technical performance predictions.
• Develop innovative algorithms, modeling techniques, and mission data processing solutions supporting MW/MT, Rendezvous & Proximity Operations (RPO), and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) missions.
• Architect Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) and Design Reference Missions (DRMs) to support mission planning, validation, and operational readiness.
• Design and implement image processing, inertial tracking, state estimation, and optimal control algorithms for advanced sensor systems.
• Collaborate with software and firmware engineering teams to develop simulation environments, including software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) platforms.
• Support end-to-end system integration, verification, validation, testing, and on-orbit mission performance analysis.
• Partner with engineering and program leadership to deliver mission solutions that meet technical, schedule, and customer objectives.

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
• Secret Security Clearance at time hire.
• Bachelor's degree and 14+ years of related engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience modeling and simulating complex aerospace or space systems.
• Strong proficiency with MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C++, or similar modeling and simulation tools.
• Experience developing mission simulations, constellation analysis, and technical performance models.
• Knowledge of mission analysis, satellite systems, spacecraft performance, and mission data processing.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, national security, or space programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Level 6 candidates with Bachelor's degree and 20+ years of related experience.
• 9+ years of satellite design, spacecraft development, or on-orbit operations experience.
• Experience developing EO/IR optical system models and image processing algorithms.
• Familiarity with government image modeling tools including ASSET, PRA Toolkit, or AFSIM.
• Experience with orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, kinematic state estimation, and spacecraft guidance.
• Knowledge of satellite crosslink or space-to-space communication networks.
• Experience supporting Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO), Non-Maneuvering Characterization (NMC), or related orbital maneuver planning.
• Technical leadership experience including Responsible Engineering Authority (REA), Requirements Verification & Validation (V&V), Cost Account Management (CAM), and technical team leadership.