Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer: Trajectories & Autonomy

Cowboy Space Corp.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in Cowboy Space Corp.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement saving plan

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Daily lunch in office

Job summary

Cowboy Space Corp. is looking for a highly motivated Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer based in Seattle, WA. In this role, you will develop and analyze spacecraft trajectories and support mission design while working with flight software teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field, strong analytical skills, and experience with orbital mechanics. Competitive compensation includes a salary range of $150,000 to $200,000 annually, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering or applied physics.
• Experience with orbital mechanics, classical dynamics, and simulation.
• Familiarity with mission analysis and software development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze launch vehicle and spacecraft trajectories.
• Perform orbital propagation and station-keeping analysis.
• Support mission design including launch window analysis.

Skills

Orbital mechanics

Python software development

Classical dynamics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Space Systems, or Software Engineering

Tools

STK

Astrogator

GMAT

Job description

Cowboy Space Corp. is looking for a highly motivated Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer based in Seattle, WA. In this role, you will develop and analyze spacecraft trajectories and support mission design while working with flight software teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field, strong analytical skills, and experience with orbital mechanics. Competitive compensation includes a salary range of $150,000 to $200,000 annually, equity, and comprehensive benefits.