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Astrodynamics Engineer

chantilly, VA

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SAIC lists this Astrodynamics Engineer opportunity in chantilly, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Minimum Clearance Required TS.SCI

Job ID Location Chantilly, VA, US Date Posted Category Engineering and Sciences Subcategory Modeling/Sim Engr Schedule Full-Time Shift Day Job Travel No Minimum Clearance Required TS.SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain TS/SCI with Poly Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE

Join a mission-driven analysis team supporting multiple satellite programs at the forefront of national innovation. Our team is driving development of novel satellite missions that directly support national priorities. Operating within a supportive Government environment, we benefit from frequent direct access to senior Government decision-makers. SAIC is seeking Astrodynamics Engineers to skillfully solve complex modeling and simulation challenges to deliver critical analyses. Our multi-discipline team collaborates to deliver comprehensive actionable insights to our customers. Success requires expertise in astrodynamics and/or orbit determination , as well as the ability to use programming languages such as Python or C++. At SAIC’s location in Chantilly, Virginia , our Astrodynamics Engineers work side-by-side with experts in propulsion, radars, optics, AI/ML, cloud computing, GPUs and more. Astrodynamics Engineers with experience including orbit maneuver design, Rendezvous and Proximity Operations, maneuver detection, conjunction assessment, and High Performance Computing, will be especially well-prepared to excel.

The Team’s Responsibilities Include

Independent trade studies and technical assessments

Evaluating results provided by external teams

Identifying new concepts

Presenting actionable technical briefings to customers

Additionally, our astrodynamics analysts may routinely support other prime contracts as-necessary

Qualifications

Education

In the field(s) of Aerospace Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, or a related technical area - Bachelors and two (2) years or more experience; Masters and 0 years related experience

Ability to program in Python or C++, or to very quickly learn by transferring skills from a different language

Must be able to collaborate well with other engineers in a mutually supportive environment

Must be able to refine analyses if necessary in response to formal internal and external peer reviews

Clearance

TS/SCI, should have current or be able to pass CI polygraph test

Target salary range $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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Worksite address

chantilly, VA, 22021, US

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