Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Aquinas Consulting is currently looking to fill an on-site Flight Dynamics Engineer job in Cedar Park, TX. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in spacecraft mission success by applying your expertise in orbital mechanics, orbit determination, and trajectory analysis. You will lead the development of advanced software tools for orbital maneuver planning and spacecraft navigation while supporting real-time mission operations. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a fast-paced and innovative team in designing mission-critical systems for both Earth-orbiting and interplanetary vehicles.

Flight Dynamics Engineer Job Responsibilities:

• Perform orbit determination using ranging techniques and develop maneuver plans for spacecraft
• Design, execute, and optimize orbital trajectories using in-house and commercial tools
• Develop and maintain flight dynamics software, data interfaces, and operational procedures
• Use Monte Carlo simulations to support trajectory analysis and maneuver planning
• Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure mission success
• Provide shift work and on-call support for mission-critical phases such as launch, early orbit, and collision avoidance
• Cross-train teammates on operational flight dynamics tools and processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics with at least 5 years of relevant experience in orbital mechanics or astrodynamics
• Strong experience with orbit determination, trajectory design, and maneuver planning in operational environments
• Proficiency in Python and version control tools such as Git
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present complex information to technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience with tools such as STK, GMAT, or ODTK is a plus
• Familiarity with Linux environments, DSN interfaces, and SPICE kernels is preferred

If you are interested in this Flight Dynamics Engineer job in Cedar Park, TX, please apply now to be connected with a member of our team.

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Aquinas Consulting is a woman and minority owned company headquartered in Milford, CT that provides Engineering, Information Technology (IT), and Manufacturing staffing solutions throughout the US. We take pride in 20 years of service to our clients, our hiring managers, our consultants, and our local community. Aquinas is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and committed to considering all qualified applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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