Join SpaceX as a Sr. Trajectory Analysis Engineer to develop solutions for advanced rockets and ensure flight safety for missions to Mars.
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Joblaze summary
In the role of Sr. Trajectory Analysis Engineer at SpaceX, the individual will focus on developing innovative analysis solutions to support the Starship's mission objectives and ensure flight safety. Key skills include expertise in orbital mechanics, proficiency in Python or C++, and a strong background in trajectory analysis and aerodynamics. This position is ideal for seasoned professionals with a passion for space exploration and the ability to tackle complex problems independently or within a team. SpaceX's dynamic environment demands adaptability and a commitment to advancing human spaceflight.
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Quick facts
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Sr. Trajectory Analysis Engineer (Starship) role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: classical dynamics, C++, Simulation, Python, Modeling, Orbital Mechanics.
- Does SpaceX sponsor work visas for this role?
- Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Sr. Trajectory Analysis Engineer (Starship) role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
SR. TRAJECTORY ANALYSIS ENGINEER (STARSHIP)
As a Trajectory Analysis Engineer, you will be responsible for finding creative analysis solutions to enable the world’s most advanced rockets, including our next-generation Starship vehicle, a fully reusable spacecraft capable of carrying humans to Mars and beyond. You will work with a talented team of accomplished engineers to iterate on mission objectives for upcoming and future flights to ensure flight safety objectives are met. You should thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments where you adapt quickly and love to solve hard problems.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Analyze launch vehicle trajectories and vehicle performance in the presence of faults
- Find creative flight plan solutions to enable mission objectives, while maintaining safe vehicle operation
- Generate and submit flight safety deliverables
- Produce and present trajectory analysis products for internal and external partners
- Interface with internal operations teams, flight reliability teams, hardware teams, and external regulatory partners such as the FAA.
- Engage in multi-disciplinary vehicle systems investigations to motivate mission design, vehicle architecture, and analysis methodologies
- Develop and evaluate flight termination system mission rules
- Support launch and mission operations of vehicles that you enabled
- Conduct flight data review
- Automate mission-to-mission trajectory analysis product generation
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in physics or an engineering discipline AND 5+ years of professional experience
- Experience with orbital mechanics, classical dynamics, modeling, and simulation
- Experience with the software languages Python or C++
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of professional experience in trajectory analysis and aerodynamics
- Demonstrated project or professional experience in launch vehicle and/or spacecraft systems
- Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team
- Experience with system trades and first-hand knowledge of how requirements tie hardware to larger systems
- Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.