Logos Space
Lead, Flight Dynamics & GNC Engineering
Logos Space, Redwood City, California, United States, 94061
Lead, Flight Dynamics & GNC Engineering
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Logos Space is a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite system purpose-built to serve the connectivity needs of commercial enterprise users and government users. It will fill an important market gap by providing resilient, high‑performance satellite‑based connectivity services worldwide, extending cloud and data centre network connectivity to fixed, seaborne, and airborne terminals. Speed and reliability are the foundation of the system. The engineering team is led by highly experienced professionals with proven track records in networking and satellite industries.
Position Summary & Responsibilities The Flight Dynamics Engineering team at Logos Space works on the design, development, flight validation, assembly, integration, test, and in‑flight success of the Logos fleet of spacecraft. Flight dynamics engineering is responsible for ensuring the success of our network through the development of flight guidance, navigation and control algorithms and the validation of flight software via models and hardware testing. The team also develops facilities and computational frameworks to support the entire life cycle of the spacecraft and ground operations, from idea to flight. You should thrive in a fast‑moving environment, turning vague design ideas into tangible, test‑ready hardware.
The full responsibilities include:
Technical Leadership: Provide technical direction, mentorship, and guidance to a team of flight dynamics engineers. Oversee task assignments, review analyses, and ensure technical quality.
Operations: Build the flight dynamics team and develop the Logos flight dynamics laboratory. Integrate flat‑sat hardware with software for full‑system level closed‑loop testing.
Mission Design & Analysis: Lead the design, development, and optimization of spacecraft trajectories and orbits to meet mission requirements across all phases – launch, orbit insertion, station‑keeping, and disposal.
Orbit Determination (OD): Oversee and contribute to the process of determining and predicting spacecraft orbits using tracking data such as GPS, TDRS, and ground‑based radar/optical. Evaluate OD accuracy and maintain the operational OD system.
Maneuver Planning: Lead the planning, calibration, and execution support for spacecraft maneuvers, including orbit correction, station‑keeping, and collision avoidance.
Attitude Dynamics: Perform analysis related to spacecraft attitude determination, control, and pointing performance. Collaborate closely with the GNC team.
Collision Avoidance: Oversee operational collision avoidance screening, risk assessment, and maneuver planning.
Tool Development & Validation: Lead the development, maintenance, and validation of flight dynamics software tools and simulation environments using MATLAB, Python, STK, GMAT, Orekit, or proprietary software.
In‑Loop Testing: Develop software‑in‑loop and hardware‑in‑loop tests to validate flight control algorithms and ensure accurate delivery of payload services.
Operational Support: Provide flight dynamics expertise and support during real‑time mission operations, including anomaly resolution. Develop and maintain operational procedures.
Documentation & Reviews: Prepare and present technical documentation, analysis reports, and review materials for internal and external stakeholders.
Cross‑functional Collaboration: Interface effectively with systems engineering, GNC, mission operations, software development, and program management teams.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a STEM field with relevant mechanical design and analysis experience.
10+ years of professional experience in spacecraft flight dynamics, orbital mechanics, or mission design and analysis.
Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams or complex technical projects.
Experience in flat‑sat closed‑loop testing of flight hardware and software.
Deep theoretical understanding and practical application experience in orbital mechanics, estimation theory, and attitude dynamics.
Proficiency with industry‑standard flight dynamics software (e.g., STK, GMAT, FreeFlyer) and analysis/scripting languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
Experience with orbit determination and maneuver planning processes for operational missions.
Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a STEM field with relevant mechanical design and analysis experience.
Experience across multiple mission phases (launch, early orbit, mission ops, de‑orbit).
Experience with a full product lifecycle (concept, design, integration & test, operations).
Experience with specific mission regimes (e.g., LEO constellations, GEO, HEO, interplanetary).
Experience with advanced flight dynamics concepts such as formation flying, low‑thrust trajectory optimization, rendezvous and proximity operations.
Experience developing and validating operational flight dynamics ground systems.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Experience with spacecraft attitude determination and control systems (ADCS/GNC).
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
Logos Space Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering creativity, curiosity, and diverse perspectives among employees. We seek to create an environment where everyone can reach their full potential and drive outstanding results. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination. Offers will be contingent on the candidate's ability to access export‑controlled information under U.S. law.
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Lead, Flight Dynamics & GNC Engineering
role at
Logos Space .
Logos Space is a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite system purpose-built to serve the connectivity needs of commercial enterprise users and government users. It will fill an important market gap by providing resilient, high‑performance satellite‑based connectivity services worldwide, extending cloud and data centre network connectivity to fixed, seaborne, and airborne terminals. Speed and reliability are the foundation of the system. The engineering team is led by highly experienced professionals with proven track records in networking and satellite industries.
Position Summary & Responsibilities The Flight Dynamics Engineering team at Logos Space works on the design, development, flight validation, assembly, integration, test, and in‑flight success of the Logos fleet of spacecraft. Flight dynamics engineering is responsible for ensuring the success of our network through the development of flight guidance, navigation and control algorithms and the validation of flight software via models and hardware testing. The team also develops facilities and computational frameworks to support the entire life cycle of the spacecraft and ground operations, from idea to flight. You should thrive in a fast‑moving environment, turning vague design ideas into tangible, test‑ready hardware.
The full responsibilities include:
Technical Leadership: Provide technical direction, mentorship, and guidance to a team of flight dynamics engineers. Oversee task assignments, review analyses, and ensure technical quality.
Operations: Build the flight dynamics team and develop the Logos flight dynamics laboratory. Integrate flat‑sat hardware with software for full‑system level closed‑loop testing.
Mission Design & Analysis: Lead the design, development, and optimization of spacecraft trajectories and orbits to meet mission requirements across all phases – launch, orbit insertion, station‑keeping, and disposal.
Orbit Determination (OD): Oversee and contribute to the process of determining and predicting spacecraft orbits using tracking data such as GPS, TDRS, and ground‑based radar/optical. Evaluate OD accuracy and maintain the operational OD system.
Maneuver Planning: Lead the planning, calibration, and execution support for spacecraft maneuvers, including orbit correction, station‑keeping, and collision avoidance.
Attitude Dynamics: Perform analysis related to spacecraft attitude determination, control, and pointing performance. Collaborate closely with the GNC team.
Collision Avoidance: Oversee operational collision avoidance screening, risk assessment, and maneuver planning.
Tool Development & Validation: Lead the development, maintenance, and validation of flight dynamics software tools and simulation environments using MATLAB, Python, STK, GMAT, Orekit, or proprietary software.
In‑Loop Testing: Develop software‑in‑loop and hardware‑in‑loop tests to validate flight control algorithms and ensure accurate delivery of payload services.
Operational Support: Provide flight dynamics expertise and support during real‑time mission operations, including anomaly resolution. Develop and maintain operational procedures.
Documentation & Reviews: Prepare and present technical documentation, analysis reports, and review materials for internal and external stakeholders.
Cross‑functional Collaboration: Interface effectively with systems engineering, GNC, mission operations, software development, and program management teams.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a STEM field with relevant mechanical design and analysis experience.
10+ years of professional experience in spacecraft flight dynamics, orbital mechanics, or mission design and analysis.
Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams or complex technical projects.
Experience in flat‑sat closed‑loop testing of flight hardware and software.
Deep theoretical understanding and practical application experience in orbital mechanics, estimation theory, and attitude dynamics.
Proficiency with industry‑standard flight dynamics software (e.g., STK, GMAT, FreeFlyer) and analysis/scripting languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
Experience with orbit determination and maneuver planning processes for operational missions.
Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a STEM field with relevant mechanical design and analysis experience.
Experience across multiple mission phases (launch, early orbit, mission ops, de‑orbit).
Experience with a full product lifecycle (concept, design, integration & test, operations).
Experience with specific mission regimes (e.g., LEO constellations, GEO, HEO, interplanetary).
Experience with advanced flight dynamics concepts such as formation flying, low‑thrust trajectory optimization, rendezvous and proximity operations.
Experience developing and validating operational flight dynamics ground systems.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Experience with spacecraft attitude determination and control systems (ADCS/GNC).
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
Logos Space Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering creativity, curiosity, and diverse perspectives among employees. We seek to create an environment where everyone can reach their full potential and drive outstanding results. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination. Offers will be contingent on the candidate's ability to access export‑controlled information under U.S. law.
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