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The Aerospace Corpor

Flight Dynamics Engineer/Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO, United States

$129,000 to $249,600 USD / year

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Pay: $129,000 to $249,600 USD / year
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 6, 2026

Original job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace's strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a varied and dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities.

As a core component of EED, t

he Earth Orbit Flight Dynamics Department (EOFDD) provid es flight mechanics expertise for launch vehicle s and space vehicle

s . Relevant skills include orbital mechanic s , astrodynamics, trajectory design and optimization, and atmospheric flight modeling and simulation. We are looking for a n

. T he selected candidate will provide expertise for a wide ran ge of customer flight mechanics needs , supporting both analysis and research and development requests . The work will require candidates to provide deep technical solutions while also collaboratin g with engineering partners to facilitate integrated solutions for our customers

' hardest problems. Customers will include defense, intelligence, and civil and commercial organizations .

Work Model

This position will be a hybrid work model based in El Segundo, CA,Chantilly, VA;Albuquerque, NM, or Colorado Springs, CO with the expectation that the selected candidateworksat least4days a week onsite, as the business needs allow.

What You'll

Primary Support

Trajectorydesign and optimization for launch vehiclesand spacecraftfor missionsoperatingin LEO, MEO, HEO, GEO, and other earth-centric regimes
Astrodynamics andorbitalmechanics analysis includingorbit propagation and maneuver design and optimization fororbit transfer,stationkeeping, graveyard, disposal, and reentryevents
Analysis ofvehicles withchemical and/or electric propulsion
Evaluating contestedmissionsapplications for space systems tounderstand threat performance,assess vulnerabilities, andimprove system resiliency
Exploring and defining the evolvingDynamic Space Operations (DSO) mission area
Maneuver and orbit design,selection,and optimization for missions thatsupportRendezvousand Proximity Operations (RPO)objectiveswithcomplexoperational constraints
Developing Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), exploring Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), andincorporating operationalconstraintsinto the design and maturation of space systems
Providing operational supportfor nominallaunch andspacecraftdeploymentand transfersequences, anomaly resolution, and on-call emerging events
Utilizingoptimalcontrol, flight mechanics, and computer science/algorithm development skills to create new capabilities to servicecustomer requestsas stand-alone services and/orready-to-integrate submodules
Combining AI/ML/RL techniques with flight mechanics modeling for assessing complex analysis and decision-making trade spaces
Performing research and development andbuilding newflight dynamicstoolsto cultivate andmaintaina healthy and modern internal tool base
Leveragingexternal tools like ASSET, GPOPS-II, SNOPT,POST, OTIS,Copernicus, GMAT, EMTG,etc.whereappropriate toaugment internallydeveloped capabilities

Additional inter-department partnership collaborations opportunities

:

Cislunar and exploration-classorbital mechanicsanalysisand trajectory optimization
Hypersonics, missiles, interceptors, and reentry vehicle trajectory design and optimizationsupporting Golden Dome or other related mission areas
Time-dependentTraveling SalesmanProblems and Facility Location Problem(servicer)analysis
Integrated,multi-disciplinary RPOsystem simulations

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum

Bachelor's degree in aeronautical/astronautical engineering, physics or applied mathematics, or related disciplines
Eightor moreyears of experienceinflight mechanics,astrodynamics,maneuver optimization,trajectory optimization, launch vehicle trajectory design,hypersonic vehicle modeling, orgeneraltrajectory modeling and simulation
Proficiencyin one or more of the following programming languagesand environments: C, C++, Fortran, Python,Linux, and/or MATLAB
The ability tooperateindependently, often in the presence of ambiguity, and still deliver high-quality,innovative,andspecializedend products to a range of customers
Willing to traveldomesticallyapprox.10%
The ability to obtain andmaintainaUS security clearance(TS clearance (SSBI) with SCI access)isrequired. U.S citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance.

In addition to the a

position include

:

Twelveor moreyears of experienceofrelevanttechnicalwork
The ability tolead and execute large and sustained technical effortswith vision to propose, scope, and coordinate these efforts across organizational boundaries

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have

Advanced degree inaeronautical/astronautical engineering, physics or applied mathematics, or related disciplines is strongly desired
Graduatelevelcourse work,researchand/or experience in one or more of the following areas:orbitalmechanics,astrodynamics,ascent trajectory modeling,hypersonic flight simulation,optimalcontrol, flight mechanics,and/ortrajectory modeling and simulation
Experienceusing orbuilding analysis software to combine numerical methods, orbital or flight mechanics, and optimization approaches for launch vehicles,missiles,interceptors,spacecraft, or reentry vehicles(hypersonics)
Experience with nonlinear programming (non-linear programming), direct methods, gradient-based optimization, parameter optimization, genetic algorithms, evolutionary algorithms, heuristic optimization methods, indirect methods, and/or calculus of variations
Advanced algorithm development skills to include parallel processing and scripting experience
Experience with contested space trajectory applications,military exercises,and wargaming events
CurrentTS (SSBI),TS/SCI,and/orTS/SAP Access

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $129,000.00 - $249,600.00Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage with Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color,religion,geneticinformation, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law and the supplement, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. Apply at: https://ipc.us/t/899A1B3C6CFB4FF4.

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Research
Computer science
ML
Decision making
Aerospace engineering
C
C++
Fortran
Python
Linux
The MathWorks MATLAB
SAP
Microsoft Access
Leadership

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