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Astrodynamics Engineer
Astrodynamics Engineer-March 2024
El Segundo
Mar 28, 2026
About Astrodynamics Engineer

  Description:

  As an Astrodynamics Engineer, you will be the Responsible Engineering Authority (REA) for the Astrodynamics subsystem for a given program, study, or proposal. In addition to execution of technical design, analysis, and operation, you may be responsible for project management activities to support programs, ensuring that high-quality work products are delivered on-time.

  In addition to your engineering responsibilities, as an experienced member of the team you will be expected to set the engineering standard for the Astro team. You will define methods, tools, and processes to follow, and you will be accountable for the quality of the work coming from the group at large. You will be expected to mentor other members of the team, and develop the next generation of Astrodynamics engineering talent.

  Job Responsibilities:

  • Perform astrodynamics and orbit analyses

  • Determine astrodynamics requirements to perform customer missions

  • Develop non-Keplerian maneuvering strategies and implementations based upon requirements and mission constraints

  • Develop and analyze spacecraft trajectories for Earth orbit, cislunar, and interplanetary orbits

  • Optimize spacecraft trajectories based on fuel, time, and/or performance characteristics

  • Research and evaluate state-of-the-art ground and space-based sensors, constellation design, and satellite maneuver strategies

  • System analysis support

  • Mission operations tool development and support

  • Define tools and processes to be used by the broader team

  • Ensure engineering quality and rigor for the team

  • Mentor other members of the team

  Minimum Qualifications

  Bachelor of Science in aerospace engineering or other related technical or engineering discipline.

  5+ years industry experience in orbit analysis role(s) (may substitute advanced degrees for industry experience)

  Experience in orbital mechanics, orbit design, or astrodynamics

  Experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis

  Experience with orbit design and simulation software tools (e.g. GMAT, STK, COTS mission planning tools, etc.)

  Proficiency with scientific computing software (MATLAB, Python, Julia, Fortran, C++, etc.)

  Proficiency with numerical methods including linear algebra, integration and quadrature techniques, interpolation, and optimization

  Technical leadership experience, including requirements generation, delegation and management of technical tasks, and responsible engineering authority (REA) experience

  Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance

  BENEFITS:

  Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  Six paid legal holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July Fourth, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day

  Paid time off

  DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION:

  At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

  Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

  Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

  ABOUT ACTALENT:

  Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.

  Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

  About Actalent

  Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

  Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

  At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  Hiring diverse talent

  Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

  Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

  Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

  The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

  If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.

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