Senior Astrodynamics Engineer

Company Overview
Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company delivers affordable, high-performance space systems for exacting customers. At Millennium, you will be part of a close-knit team working on exciting technological problems. We work in an open environment where ideas are shared across all disciplines, and there are ample opportunities for advancement based on excellence. Superstars are welcome.

At Millennium, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. 

Job Summary
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 and technical 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.

This position's internal job code is Guidance, Nav & Controls Engr. Our team is currently hiring for a Level 4.

Responsibilities

• Perform astrodynamics and orbit analyses
• Determine and derive astrodynamics requirements to perform customer missions
• Optimize spacecraft trajectories based on fuel, time, and/or performance characteristics
• Define/develop tools and processes to be used by mission operations and the broader team
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and assurance of engineering quality for the team

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in aerospace engineering or other related technical or engineering discipline.
• 7+ 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.
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD in aerospace engineering or other related technical or engineering discipline
• 10+ years industry experience in orbit analysis role(s) (may substitute advanced degrees for industry experience)
• Experience with rendezvous and proximity operations or formation flight
• Experience with orbit determination and parameter estimation techniques (Batch and Sequential Estimation, Angles Only, Range Measurements, etc.)
• Experience with restricted three body, periodic, and quasi-periodic orbit modeling and design
• Experience with spacecraft trajectory optimization methods and software (Boundary Value Problem Solvers, NLP Solvers, Genetic Algorithms, Particle Swarm Optimization, etc.)
• Experience in linear, nonlinear, and optimal control methods
• Specialization in advanced orbital mechanics topics (e.g., trajectory optimization, relative motion maneuvering, orbit determination techniques, etc.)
• Ability to architect novel methods, algorithms, and solutions for complex mission analyses 
• Development of industry leading knowledge, methods, and techniques within the realm of spacecraft guidance, navigation, and control (GNC)
• Active Top Secret security clearance

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only of what is reasonably expected to be paid for the position. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business con