Flight Dynamics Engineer

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Hampton, VA, USA
Base: $90,000-$130,000 contingent on education + e...
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Orbital mechanics and astrodynamics expertise
Trajectory design and optimization skills
Atmospheric flight modeling and simulation
Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc. (AMA) is seeking a Flight Dynamics Engineer to support projects at NASA Langley Research Center, focusing on flight dynamics, modeling, and simulation for both planetary and human spaceflight. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace engineering, particularly in areas such as orbital mechanics, trajectory optimization, and control systems, and will benefit from a supportive work environment and competitive salary package

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing deep technical solutions for flight dynamics, modeling, and simulation projects at NASA Langley Research Center.
  • Candidates will perform performance evaluations using 3-DOF, 6-DOF, and multi-DOF simulations for various aerospace vehicle phases including launch and entry.
  • The company offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $130,000 along with a substantial benefits package including 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc. (AMA) is seeking a Flight Dynamics Engineer to support projects at NASA Langley Research Center, focusing on flight dynamics, modeling, and simulation for both planetary and human spaceflight. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace engineering, particularly in areas such as orbital mechanics, trajectory optimization, and control systems, and will benefit from a supportive work environment and competitive salary package.

Salary

Base: $90,000-$130,000 contingent on education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid leave, 401(k)-matching, tuition reimbursement, medical/dental/vision insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Orbital mechanics and astrodynamics expertise
  • Trajectory design and optimization skills
  • Atmospheric flight modeling and simulation
  • Code development debugging and version control
  • Multi-body dynamics and subsystem modeling

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with NASA POST2 software
  • Advanced degree in engineering or physics
  • Parallel processing and scripting experience
  • Non-linear programming and genetic algorithms
  • Collaborative work with diverse engineering partners

Key Requirements

  • B.S. in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering minimum
  • U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence required
  • Strong background in flight mechanics and control systems
  • Ability to conduct code development and unit testing

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or Permanent Residence

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