Aerospace Trajectory Optimization Specialist

1 week ago


El Segundo, California, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time

The Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation's space programs, delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial customers.

As a Trajectory Optimization Analyst, you will provide trajectory optimization and analysis support for the nation's most difficult problems across a variety of vehicle types and domains.

This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA, with consideration in Colorado Springs, CO. The role requires 100% onsite work with occasional remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the evolving U.S. national space enterprise by working on complex flight mechanics, optimization, and astrodynamics problems.
  • Develop and implement trajectory optimization and analysis techniques to support mission success.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate trajectory optimization and analysis into the overall mission architecture.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in aeronautical, astronautical engineering, physics, or applied mathematics, or related disciplines.
  • 2 years of experience in flight mechanics, maneuver optimization, hypersonic vehicle modeling, or trajectory modeling and simulation.
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including C, C++, Fortran, Python, or MATLAB.
  • Working knowledge of optimization theory and advanced numerical methods.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in aeronautical, astronautical engineering, physics, or applied mathematics, or related disciplines.
  • 8 years of experience in flight mechanics, maneuver optimization, hypersonic vehicle modeling, or trajectory modeling and simulation.
  • Graduate-level coursework, research, and/or experience in orbit mechanics, hypersonic flight simulation, optimal control, flight mechanics, and trajectory modeling and simulation.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive compensation package with opportunities for growth and advancement.
  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
  • 401(k) Plan with company-paid contributions.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
  • Relocation assistance.
  • Professional growth and development programs.
  • Education assistance programs.


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