2026 Emerging Missions Flight Dynamics Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

El Segundo, CA, USA
Base: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00; bonus/equity: not...
4 or more regular onsite workdays per week with remote flexibility as business needs allow.
Trajectory design and optimization
Orbital mechanics analysis
Astrodynamics
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a 2026 Emerging Missions Flight Dynamics Engineer to join their team, focusing on flight mechanics expertise for various advanced aerospace missions. The successful candidate will contribute to trajectory design, optimization, and analysis across multiple domains, requiring strong technical skills and collaboration capabilities

Job Summary

  • The Enterprise Effects Division drives integration of Aerospace’s strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise, leveraging a broad array of engineering disciplines.
  • The Emerging Missions Flight Dynamics Department provides flight mechanics expertise for the cislunar domain, multi-objective trajectory generation, and trans-atmospheric flight design.
  • The company offers a competitive compensation package with industry-leading benefits including comprehensive health care, paid holidays, sick time, vacation, and a 401(k) Plan.

Matching Summary

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The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a 2026 Emerging Missions Flight Dynamics Engineer to join their team, focusing on flight mechanics expertise for various advanced aerospace missions. The successful candidate will contribute to trajectory design, optimization, and analysis across multiple domains, requiring strong technical skills and collaboration capabilities.

Salary

Base: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • trajectory design and optimization
  • orbital mechanics analysis
  • astrodynamics
  • missile system simulation
  • hypersonic vehicle analysis

Nice-to-have

  • collaborating with engineering partners
  • developing new flight dynamics tools
  • contested missions applications
  • optimal control and algorithm development

Key Requirements

  • Master's or PhD degree
  • 0-1 years of experience
  • Proficiency in C, C++, Python, Fortran, or MATLAB
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
  • US citizenship required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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