Senior Mission Simulation Engineer, Satellite Constellations

Blue Origin; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,938 - 155,312; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Mission Simulation Engineer III in Denver, Colorado. You will lead the development of an integrated mission simulation model for the TeraWave satellite constellation, focusing on orbital mechanics and performance optimization.

The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in astrodynamics, along with strong software skills in tools like Python and C++. This position offers a vital role in shaping the future of space-based communications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in spacecraft systems or constellation simulation.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C++ for simulation modeling.
• Experience with satellite performance metrics across RF and optical communications.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the TeraWave integrated mission simulation model.
• Develop high-fidelity models for orbital mechanics and coverage analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure input fidelity for simulations.

Skills

Astrodynamics

Spacecraft systems engineering

Simulation development

Python

C++

MATLAB

Orbital mechanics

Education

Master's degree in aerospace engineering or equivalent

Tools

Simulation software

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Mission Simulation Engineer III in Denver, Colorado. You will lead the development of an integrated mission simulation model for the TeraWave satellite constellation, focusing on orbital mechanics and performance optimization.

The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in astrodynamics, along with strong software skills in tools like Python and C++. This position offers a vital role in shaping the future of space-based communications.