Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer: Rendezvous & Real-Time Ops

Katalyst; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan

Relocation bonus

Job summary

Katalyst in Broomfield, Colorado, seeks an experienced aerospace professional for Flight Dynamics. You will provide subject matter expertise, support operations teams, and ensure mission success through trajectory analysis and automation tools.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant Bachelor’s degree, has over 7 years of experience, and is proficient in Python/C++. The role emphasizes collaboration and requires the ability to thrive in high-stress situations.

Anticipated pay is between $140,000 and $180,000, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in spacecraft flight dynamics.
• Experience supporting critical operations in high stress environments.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide Flight Dynamics subject matter expertise for mission operations.
• Support ground software and mission operations teams.
• Develop, validate, and maintain flight dynamics tools.

Skills

Proficiency in Python/C++

Technical knowledge of state estimation

Experience using STK, GMAT, Basalisk

Git version control

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or equivalent

Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Job description

Katalyst in Broomfield, Colorado, seeks an experienced aerospace professional for Flight Dynamics. You will provide subject matter expertise, support operations teams, and ensure mission success through trajectory analysis and automation tools.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant Bachelor’s degree, has over 7 years of experience, and is proficient in Python/C++. The role emphasizes collaboration and requires the ability to thrive in high-stress situations.

Anticipated pay is between $140,000 and $180,000, plus comprehensive benefits.