Mission Planning and Optimization Engineer
$129,000–$193,500 year
On-site · El Segundo, California, United States
Job Summary
Engineering Specialist in flight mechanics and optimization, focusing on time-dependent Traveling Salesman and Facility Location problems, designing spacecraft maneuvers across cislunar and Earth-orbit missions, and developing flight dynamics tools. Lead complex optimization analyses, mentor junior staff, build strategic relationships with program offices, and deliver specialized analyses for defense, intelligence, civil, and commercial customers. Requires strong background in astrodynamics, trajectory optimization, multi-objective optimization, and experience with software development in languages such as C/C++, Python, MATLAB, and JavaScript. 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA, with opportunities to travel domestically and engage with government customers; security clearance ability and U.S. citizenship are prerequisites. Benefits include relocation assistance and a comprehensive benefits package.
Required Qualifications
- BS degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or related field
- Eight or more years of related industry/work experience
- Proficiency with programming languages/tools: C, C++, Python, Fortran, MATLAB, JavaScript
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to operate independently in ambiguity and deliver high-quality, innovative end products
- Willingness to travel domestically ~10%
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
- Experience in space mission analysis/design, astrodynamics, optimization, trajectory simulation and performance optimization of spacecraft/missiles/reentry vehicles
Additional Requirements
- U.S. citizenship required for security clearance
- Must be able to obtain security clearance
- Willingness to travel domestically ~10%
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