Mission Planning and Optimization Engineer
Core
Develop flight dynamics tools and algorithms for cislunar domain mission planning, trajectory optimization, and facility location problems for defense and intelligence customers.
Role type
Senior IC mission planning and optimization engineer (flight mechanics)
Builds
Innovative flight dynamics tools, algorithms, and resilient Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) for space missions
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Space Systems / Optimization
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Trajectory optimization, tree search algorithms, combinatorial optimization, orbital mechanics/astrodynamics, decision-making under uncertainty, spacecraft maneuver design, multi-objective optimization
Preferred skills
Contested space trajectory applications, leading customer engagements, identifying new work opportunities
Technologies
C, C++, Python, Fortran, MATLAB, JavaScript
Responsibilities
Perform complex optimization analysis for time-dependent Traveling Salesman and Facility Location Problems; Design and optimize spacecraft maneuvers for orbit transfer, station keeping, disposal, and reentry; Evaluate contested space mission applications to assess vulnerabilities; Develop innovative flight dynamics tools and algorithms; Mentor junior staff and foster knowledge sharing
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship