SLS Orion Trajectory Analyst, Entry Level (ES2)

About the role

Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) is looking for an Entry-Level ES2 SLS Orion Trajectory Analyst to support NASA's Flight Dynamics Team in the Guidance, Navigation and Mission Analysis branch at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center. The role helps develop, integrate and test flight mechanics simulations for NASA's SLS/ARTEMIS program, the HLS program and other smaller NASA projects, contributing to the goal of returning humans to the Moon, Mars and beyond.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze launch vehicle and spacecraft dynamics, equations of motion and trajectories to assess spacecraft performance and mission analysis
• Model ascent and in-space environments, errors, disturbances, GN&C algorithms, sensors, actuators and mechanisms
• Simulate and analyze nominal, contingency and failure scenarios during ascent and in-space flight
• Develop algorithms and tools to analyze 3 DOF trajectories using Monte Carlo techniques
• Carry out studies and insight analysis for NASA's HLS program
• Execute and modify existing software and scripts in C, Python, C++ and MATLAB/Fortran
• Dynamic modeling of 3 and 6 DOF single-body systems, mission design and trajectory design analysis
• Create, edit and debug software, and optimize analysis tools and GN&C models
• Work with GN&C leads and other engineering disciplines, support verification and validation, and prepare technical reports and briefings

Required profile

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or a related field from an ABET-accredited institution
• Typical experience: equivalent of a Master's with at least 3 years, or a Bachelor's with 0-5 years
• US citizen with a STAR ID; proof of citizenship required
• Detail-oriented, able to work independently and collaboratively, with strong communication skills

Required skills

• Trajectory design and/or mission analysis experience
• Python programming experience
• Copernicus experience
• Software and simulation integration, or modeling and simulation experience
• Preferred: MATLAB, Fortran, C++ programming; familiarity with Linux, Bash and computational clusters; 6-DOF Monte Carlo simulations; convex optimization

What we offer

• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement benefits including 401(k) matching
• Educational reimbursement, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan and tax-saving options
• Wellness programs, employee perks and company-sponsored networking events