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Space Enterprise Optimization Specialist

El Segundo, CA, US💼 Full-time💰 $117,300–$117,300🗓 2026-07-15 → 2026-09-26

Core

Develop and apply sophisticated simulation tools for space architecture design, optimization, and analysis to support national space enterprise trade studies and performance modeling.

Role type

Senior IC modeling and simulation engineer (space systems)

Builds

Space architecture concepts, mission architectures, and acquisition portfolios

Domain

National defense space systems and orbital mechanics

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

optimization techniques, orbital mechanics, satellite constellation design, modeling and simulation, Python/C/C++/MATLAB, space vehicle design

Preferred skills

graduate degree in aerospace/mathematics, national security space mission experience, Intelligence Community/DoD business practices knowledge

Technologies

Python, C, C++, MATLAB

Responsibilities

Perform space and ground design optimization and analysis, develop analysis software tools, present technical reports and recommendations, mentor junior staff, collaborate with cross-organization partners

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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