Space Works
Aerospace Engineer - Flight Performance and Trajectory Optimization
Space Works, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Overview
SPACEWORKS At SpaceWorks Enterprises, we specialize in next-generation high-speed flight systems, human and robotic spacecraft, as well as entry, descent & landing technologies. Our core competencies include conducting preliminary design of aerospace concepts, performing detailed multidisciplinary engineering analysis, developing commercial aerospace software, prototyping spacecraft hardware components, and conducting market and economic research within the aerospace industry. We serve clients across the Department of Defense, NASA, and the commercial space sector. The Role
SpaceWorks is seeking aerospace engineers with a focus on designing and developing next-generation hypersonic flight vehicles, Earth-to-orbit launch systems, human and robotic spacecraft, and space re-entry vehicles. Seeking domain expertise in Flight Performance and Trajectory Optimization. A successful candidate will: Have intuition and experience modeling the flight performance of supersonic/hypersonic aircraft and/or spacecraft Support a small multidisciplinary team of technical staff to design complex systems Exhibit a "can do" and "want to" attitude - bringing an open-minded approach and a bias toward finding solutions Have experience supporting activities in modeling, simulation, and design of high-speed flight systems including endo-atmospheric, re-entry, and launch systems A Day in the Life
Flight Performance and Trajectory Optimization: Develop mission concepts of operation based on program requirements Conduct engineering approximations for expected mission performance ΔV budgets, climb and turn rates, propellant fractions Develop and optimize trajectories using 3-DoF & 6-DoF flight software Includes synthesis of mass, aero, prop, structural models and constraints Includes development of multi-objective functions to balance mission performance, safety, and system constraint Perform Monte Carlo (or probabilistic analyses) to understand off-nominal mission Applications include range safety, circular error probable, and expected casualty Integrate simulations into MDAO design environment Support trajectory software sales through engineering technical support What We Offer
At SpaceWorks, we believe in cultivating a culture that offers the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. It is our firm belief that work-life balance is critical to strong, happy, healthy employees. As we challenge what is possible and push the boundaries of innovation, we stand together as a team. Here you will find a community that is dedicated to our mission as well as your personal goals. Here are just a few of the benefits we offer to our employees: Comprehensive healthcare coverage options including medical, telemedicine, vision, dental, long-term disability, short term disability, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts Flexible work schedules - in-office at our facility in Atlanta, GA, with telework days, compressed workweek options, core hours, and flex time Time to reset - paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave 401k + company match, opportunities for bonuses, employee experience events, employee assistance program, and more What We Are Looking For
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering Relevant work or project experience in trajectory design and optimization Experience in the design/modeling of hypersonic atmospheric vehicles, Earth-to-orbit launch systems, or human & robotic spacecraft Experience in multidisciplinary design optimization Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary, collaborative environment with ownership and autonomy typical of a small business Must be a U.S. citizen and be immediately eligible to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE... 3+ years of related aerospace industry experience contributing technically as a flight performance engineer primarily within concept development, requirements definition, preliminary design, and detailed design High level disciplinary experience with multidisciplinary analysis and optimization of high-speed flight and/or launch vehicle design Experience in relevant aerospace-oriented flight development programs (e.g. UAVs, missiles, CubeSats) Basic knowledge of Monte Carlo analysis, uncertainty analysis, or risk analysis Small business experience Check out our website to learn more about us and apply so that we can learn more about you! https://www.spaceworks.aero/ SpaceWorks is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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SPACEWORKS At SpaceWorks Enterprises, we specialize in next-generation high-speed flight systems, human and robotic spacecraft, as well as entry, descent & landing technologies. Our core competencies include conducting preliminary design of aerospace concepts, performing detailed multidisciplinary engineering analysis, developing commercial aerospace software, prototyping spacecraft hardware components, and conducting market and economic research within the aerospace industry. We serve clients across the Department of Defense, NASA, and the commercial space sector. The Role
SpaceWorks is seeking aerospace engineers with a focus on designing and developing next-generation hypersonic flight vehicles, Earth-to-orbit launch systems, human and robotic spacecraft, and space re-entry vehicles. Seeking domain expertise in Flight Performance and Trajectory Optimization. A successful candidate will: Have intuition and experience modeling the flight performance of supersonic/hypersonic aircraft and/or spacecraft Support a small multidisciplinary team of technical staff to design complex systems Exhibit a "can do" and "want to" attitude - bringing an open-minded approach and a bias toward finding solutions Have experience supporting activities in modeling, simulation, and design of high-speed flight systems including endo-atmospheric, re-entry, and launch systems A Day in the Life
Flight Performance and Trajectory Optimization: Develop mission concepts of operation based on program requirements Conduct engineering approximations for expected mission performance ΔV budgets, climb and turn rates, propellant fractions Develop and optimize trajectories using 3-DoF & 6-DoF flight software Includes synthesis of mass, aero, prop, structural models and constraints Includes development of multi-objective functions to balance mission performance, safety, and system constraint Perform Monte Carlo (or probabilistic analyses) to understand off-nominal mission Applications include range safety, circular error probable, and expected casualty Integrate simulations into MDAO design environment Support trajectory software sales through engineering technical support What We Offer
At SpaceWorks, we believe in cultivating a culture that offers the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. It is our firm belief that work-life balance is critical to strong, happy, healthy employees. As we challenge what is possible and push the boundaries of innovation, we stand together as a team. Here you will find a community that is dedicated to our mission as well as your personal goals. Here are just a few of the benefits we offer to our employees: Comprehensive healthcare coverage options including medical, telemedicine, vision, dental, long-term disability, short term disability, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts Flexible work schedules - in-office at our facility in Atlanta, GA, with telework days, compressed workweek options, core hours, and flex time Time to reset - paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave 401k + company match, opportunities for bonuses, employee experience events, employee assistance program, and more What We Are Looking For
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering Relevant work or project experience in trajectory design and optimization Experience in the design/modeling of hypersonic atmospheric vehicles, Earth-to-orbit launch systems, or human & robotic spacecraft Experience in multidisciplinary design optimization Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary, collaborative environment with ownership and autonomy typical of a small business Must be a U.S. citizen and be immediately eligible to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE... 3+ years of related aerospace industry experience contributing technically as a flight performance engineer primarily within concept development, requirements definition, preliminary design, and detailed design High level disciplinary experience with multidisciplinary analysis and optimization of high-speed flight and/or launch vehicle design Experience in relevant aerospace-oriented flight development programs (e.g. UAVs, missiles, CubeSats) Basic knowledge of Monte Carlo analysis, uncertainty analysis, or risk analysis Small business experience Check out our website to learn more about us and apply so that we can learn more about you! https://www.spaceworks.aero/ SpaceWorks is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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