Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer II

EVONA; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 113,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity included

Full benefits

Job summary

EVONA is seeking an experienced Flight Dynamics Engineer to own orbit design, mission analysis, and trajectory optimization from concept through launch and on-orbit operations. You will work across engineering teams to define delta-V budgets, plan maneuvers, and validate orbit determination strategies.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in flight dynamics, strong programming in Python, and hands-on experience with real spacecraft missions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 6+ years in flight dynamics.
• Strong knowledge of orbital mechanics, perturbation modeling, and maneuver design.
• Proficient in Python; experience with MATLAB or C++ is a plus.
• Experience supporting real spacecraft missions through launch and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead orbit design, trajectory optimization, and trade studies for various orbits.
• Develop and maintain high-fidelity mission analysis models.
• Perform launch window, injection targeting, and dispersions analysis.
• Define delta-V budgets across mission phases.
• Support constellation design, station-keeping, and end-of-life planning.
• Develop orbit determination strategies using GNSS, radiometric, and optical data.
• Plan spacecraft maneuvers and trajectory corrections.
• Establish conjunction assessment and collision avoidance processes.
• Support mission readiness reviews, launch campaigns, and on-orbit operations.
• Build and maintain flight dynamics tools and simulation environments.
• Automate workflows to improve scalability and efficiency.
• Integrate tools with GNC, flight software, and mission operations systems.
• Evaluate tools like GMAT, STK, ODTK, MONTE or custom frameworks.
• Collaborate with propulsion, systems, GNC, and mission operations teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical roadmaps.
• Interface with customers, partners, and regulatory bodies.

Job description

We are working with a fast-growing aerospace company developing advanced satellite and space systems. This role owns flight dynamics from mission concept through launch and on-orbit operations, with high visibility and impact across engineering and mission teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead orbit design, trajectory optimization, and trade studies (LEO, GEO, and beyond)


• Develop and maintain high-fidelity mission analysis models


• Perform launch window analysis, injection targeting, and dispersions analysis


• Define and validate delta-V budgets across all mission phases


• Support constellation design, station-keeping, and end-of-life disposal planning


• Develop orbit determination strategies using GNSS, radiometric, and optical data


• Plan and analyze spacecraft maneuvers and trajectory corrections


• Establish conjunction assessment and collision avoidance processes


• Support mission readiness reviews, launch campaigns, and on-orbit operations


• Build and maintain flight dynamics tools and simulation environments


• Automate workflows to improve scalability and efficiency


• Integrate tools with GNC, flight software, and mission operations systems


• Evaluate and implement tools such as GMAT, STK, ODTK, MONTE, or custom frameworks


• Collaborate with propulsion, systems, GNC, and mission operations teams


• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical roadmaps


• Interface with customers, partners, and regulatory bodies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, Physics, or related field (Master’s or PhD preferred)


• 6+ years of experience in flight dynamics, astrodynamics, or mission analysis


• Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, perturbation modeling, orbit determination, and maneuver design


• Experience supporting real spacecraft missions through launch and operations


• Strong programming skills (Python required; MATLAB, C++, or similar a plus)


• Experience with industry-standard astrodynamics tools


• Ability to work independently in a high-ownership environment


• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Experience

• Experience with small satellite or constellation missions


• Background in autonomous navigation or onboard orbit determination


• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (FCC, NOAA, ITU, Space-Track)


• Experience building internal analysis tools or frameworks

Compensation And Benefits

• Salary range: $113,000 – $136,000


• Equity included as part of the package


• Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability, and retirement plans