Spaceflight Trajectory & Astrodynamics Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation; Colorado Springs, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a Member of the Technical Staff – Flight Mechanics to provide expert analysis and development for launch and space systems. The role emphasizes trajectory design, astrodynamics, and flight mechanics across various mission regimes.

Candidates should have a bachelor's in a relevant field and 2+ years of experience, plus the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical/astronautical engineering, physics or applied mathematics.
• Two years of experience in flight mechanics, astrodynamics, maneuver optimization, trajectory optimization, or related modeling.
• Proficiency in C, C++, Fortran, Python, Linux, and/or MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Perform trajectory design and optimization for launch vehicles and spacecraft across multiple orbits.
• Conduct astrodynamics analyses including orbit propagation and maneuver design.
• Develop and apply flight mechanics tools and algorithms and integrate with client solutions.
• Support security clearance requirements and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Skills

Flight mechanics

Astrodynamics

Trajectory optimization

Programming (C/C++, Fortran, Python)

Security clearance (TS/SCI)

Education

Bachelor's degree in aeronautical/astronautical engineering, physics or applied mathematics

Tools

Linux

MATLAB

GPOPS-II

SNOPT

POST

GMAT

OTIS

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a Member of the Technical Staff – Flight Mechanics to provide expert analysis and development for launch and space systems. The role emphasizes trajectory design, astrodynamics, and flight mechanics across various mission regimes.

Candidates should have a bachelor's in a relevant field and 2+ years of experience, plus the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.