Senior Space Systems Simulation Engineer

Impulse Space; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Impulse Space in Redondo Beach seeks a Simulation Engineer to develop and maintain high‑fidelity models of space vehicle dynamics, sensors, actuators, and propulsion systems for Mira, Helios, and beyond.

Work with GNC, software, and test teams to ensure accurate modeling for design, verification, and mission planning. Requires deep knowledge of dynamics, thermodynamics or fluid mechanics, and strong C++/Python skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 7+ years of experience in modeling and simulation of physical systems.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python.
• Experience with version control (Git) and LabVIEW.
• Strong understanding of dynamics, thermodynamics, and/or fluid mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Develop physics-based models of vehicle dynamics, propulsion, and other subsystems as needed.
• Integrate simulation framework into hardware-in-the-loop testbeds.
• Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to validate simulation models and behaviors against analysis and test data.
• Support system-level analysis, trade studies, and performance assessments.
• Contribute to software and tool development to improve simulation workflows.
• Provide simulation support for verification and validation of flight software.
• Participate in simulation reviews, test readiness reviews, and mission dress rehearsals.

Skills

C++

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Aerospace/Mechanical/Physics/Math)

Tools

LabVIEW

Git

Job description

Impulse Space in Redondo Beach seeks a Simulation Engineer to develop and maintain high‑fidelity models of space vehicle dynamics, sensors, actuators, and propulsion systems for Mira, Helios, and beyond.

Work with GNC, software, and test teams to ensure accurate modeling for design, verification, and mission planning. Requires deep knowledge of dynamics, thermodynamics or fluid mechanics, and strong C++/Python skills.