Flight Analysis Engineer II
Core
Trajectory simulation, modeling, analyses, and testing for Rocket Lab launches and missions to ensure safety and support mission design.
Role type
Senior IC flight analysis engineer (mission formulation)
Builds
Launch and mission operational concepts, trajectory designs, safety analyses, and mission safety rules for Electron and HASTE vehicles.
Domain
Aerospace / Orbital mechanics / Flight dynamics
Required skills
Numerical modelling & simulation, Probability & statistics, Multi-physics analysis, Python, Linux, Git, Atmospheric flight knowledge, Flight dynamics, Orbital mechanics
Preferred skills
C/C++, Mission analysis, Trajectory optimization, RF simulation, Link budget analysis, HITL testing, FAA regulations, AFTS design, 3DOF atmospheric propagators
Technologies
Python, SciPy, Linux, Git, GitHub, GitLab
Responsibilities
Develop launch and mission operational concepts, design and analyze orbital/suborbital trajectories, conduct Monte Carlo simulations, perform flight safety analyses, verify AFTS readiness, develop mission safety rules, support HITL testing.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC