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Senior Astrodynamics Engineer
Location
California
Posted
8 days ago
Salary
$180K - $270K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Astrodynamics Engineer
Turion Space
• Serve as the astronautics lead for a commercial-grade astronautics software library. • Develop, test, and deploy high-fidelity orbit determination (OD) algorithms and applications. • Design scalable, production-quality OD pipelines and services using C++. • Implement advanced state estimation techniques including: - Extended Kalman Filters (EKF) - Unscented Kalman Filters (UKF) - Batch Least Squares - Stochastic filtering and smoothing methods. • Build and validate inertial propagation and perturbation models, including: - Gravitational models - Atmospheric drag - Solar radiation pressure (SRP) - N-body perturbations. • Conduct maneuver planning and trajectory analysis for: - Collision avoidance - Station-keeping - Orbit transfers - Rendezvous operations. • Support conjunction analysis and space debris mitigation activities. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate navigation and OD systems into broader spacecraft architectures. • Lead modeling and simulation efforts supporting mission and system design. • Ensure engineering accuracy through rigorous testing and validation methodologies. • Participate in peer code reviews and contribute to high software quality standards. • Partner with product and business teams to help shape platform capabilities and customer-facing functionality.
Job Requirements
- M.S. or Ph.D. in: Astronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering (space-focused), Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline
- Experience 10–20+ years of professional experience in:
- Orbit determination
- State estimation
- Astrodynamics
- Trajectory optimization
- Proven experience developing and analyzing astronautics algorithms for operational or mission environments.
- Strong understanding of satellite mission lifecycle operations:
- Launch
- Commissioning
- On-orbit operations
- End-of-life disposal
- Spacecraft subsystems and mission impacts:
- Propulsion
- Thermal systems
- Power systems
- Communications
- Orbital mechanics and environmental effects:
- Atmospheric drag
- Radiation pressure
- Perturbation modeling
- Maneuver design and navigation operations.
- Ground station coordination and operational mission constraints.
- Space situational awareness (SSA) and conjunction assessment.
- Strong proficiency with:
- Kalman filtering and estimation methods
- Relative and inertial state estimation
- Numerical methods and optimization techniques
- Modern software development in: C or C++
- Modeling and simulation for aerospace systems.
Benefits
- Equity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's success
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
- Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan to help you plan for your future.
- Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.
- Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.
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