Space Exploration Technologies
Work to advance the course of human history and pave the way to Mars.
SpaceX is a US based advanced technology company founded by residing CEO and CTO, Elon Musk. SpaceX builds rockets and spacecraft from the ground up including cutting edge electronics, software, vehicle structures, and engine systems. The Falcon Launch Vehicle and Dragon Spacecraft programs are some of the most ambitious engineering systems in the world, designed to support our ultimate goals of aviation-like spaceflight capability and making humanity a multi-planet species.
"SpaceX is like Special Forces… we do the missions that others think are impossible. We have goals that are absurdly ambitious, but we're going to make them happen. We have the potential here at SpaceX to have an incredible effect on the future of humanity and life itself."
– Elon Musk
If you’re undaunted by the impossible, actively seeking out insanely challenging projects under tight schedules, and want to work with a remarkable organization pushing the envelope of human exploration, then you will want to be part of the SpaceX legacy.
We are actively seeking the brightest minds from all industries and technologies to continue building our world class team. Please visit spacex.com for additional information.
Trajectory Analyst
Responsibilities
- Analyze trajectory profiles designed by the SpaceX Guidance, Navigation, and Control team for risk to the launch site and general public.
- Simulate a variety of failure modes that the launch vehicle may experience and the impact they have on achieving a safe orbit and meeting mission requirements
- Author flight plans and generate data required by Air Force and FAA regulations to obtain launch licenses for each mission flown.
- Continually improve the processes of trajectory analysis and data generation through programmed automation to streamline the production of all flight plan products.
- Assist engineering teams in solving a variety problems that may arise in order to ensure a safe, successful, and awesome launch.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Physics, or similar area of study.
- Strong background in orbital mechanics, aerodynamics, dynamics, and physics.
- Strong background in linear algebra and calculus.
- Strong programming skills, preferably with familiarity in MATLAB and Python.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering or closely related major.
- Background in statistical analysis and understanding of how it can be applied to flight trajectories.
- Familiarity with methods of launch vehicle trajectory simulation and optimization; desired familiarity in the use of POST.
- Familiarity with Linux systems and scripting in sh.
- Comfortable working in a variety of coordinate reference frames commonly used in aerospace.
- Strong communication skills and comfort interfacing with contacts outside of SpaceX.
- Ability to solve complex problems on time as an individual or as a member of a team.
- Familiarity with launch vehicle architectures and fundamental systems (avionics, propulsion, structures, guidance, navigation and control, etc.)
ITAR Requirements
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resource Department at (310) 363-6000.
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