Senior Trajectory Analyst, Starship Missions

Latent AI; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Senior Trajectory Analysis Engineer to analyze launch vehicle trajectories for the advanced Starship rocket. This role requires 5+ years of experience in trajectory analysis, along with strong skills in Python or C++, and an educational background in physics or an engineering discipline.

The candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, solve complex problems, and contribute to mission safety through detailed flight analysis. Commitment to extended hours may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in trajectory analysis and aerodynamics.
• Experience with orbital mechanics, classical dynamics, modeling, and simulation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze launch vehicle trajectories and vehicle performance in the presence of faults.
• Generate and submit flight safety deliverables.
• Conduct flight data review.

Skills

Python

C++

Orbital mechanics

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in physics or engineering discipline

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Senior Trajectory Analysis Engineer to analyze launch vehicle trajectories for the advanced Starship rocket. This role requires 5+ years of experience in trajectory analysis, along with strong skills in Python or C++, and an educational background in physics or an engineering discipline.

The candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, solve complex problems, and contribute to mission safety through detailed flight analysis. Commitment to extended hours may be required.