2027 RPO Software Developer/Analyst
Core
Architect and develop integrated multidisciplinary RPO (rendezvous and proximity operations) analysis capabilities and provide expertise for customer flight-mechanics needs.
Role type
Senior IC software developer/analyst (flight mechanics)
Builds
Integrated multidisciplinary RPO analysis capabilities, flight dynamics tools, and operational concepts for space systems
Domain
Defense space systems, orbital engagement, rendezvous and proximity operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis
Required skills
C++ (architecture, optimization, algorithms), Python (API design, integration), software architecture, flight dynamics, astrodynamics, trajectory simulation, orbit determination, state estimation, relative navigation, algorithm design, mathematical modeling
Preferred skills
PhD in CS/Engineering/Math/Physics, contested space applications experience, wargaming experience, SSBI/TS/SCI clearance
Technologies
C++, Python, Git, Bitbucket, Jira, GitHub
Responsibilities
Develop and implement new flight dynamics tools, conduct software architecture design, engage with users to refine requirements, combine AI/ML/RL with flight mechanics modeling, develop CONOPS and TTPs, support evaluation of contested space missions, collaborate on multidisciplinary solutions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC