Mission Control Engineer (Space Program)

About the Role

Mission Control Engineer / Flight Dynamics Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Mission Design & Analysis

  : Develop and analyze spacecraft trajectories, orbit determination, maneuver design, and collision avoidance strategies.

• Control Systems

  : Design and implement spacecraft attitude and orbit control, including station-keeping and de-orbit maneuvers.

• Simulation & Modeling

  : Create and run simulations to predict spacecraft behavior under various conditions using tools like

  STK, GMAT, MATLAB/Simulink

  .

• Ground Operations Support

  : Support

  LEOP

  (Launch and Early Orbit Phase), in-orbit verification, and routine operations.

• Anomaly Resolution

  : Diagnose and resolve real-time issues related to spacecraft dynamics and control.

• Documentation

  : Prepare technical documentation, reports, and mission operation procedures.

• Software Development

  : Develop and maintain software tools for flight dynamics and mission analysis.

Specific Tasks

• Calculate precise spacecraft position & velocity from tracking data.
  
• Plan and optimize orbit changes, station-keeping, and collision avoidance maneuvers.
  
• Analyze conjunction risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  
• Monitor and forecast propellant usage to maximize mission life.
  
• Ensure correct spacecraft orientation for mission objectives.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in

  Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, Space Science, or related field

  .
• Strong understanding of

  orbital mechanics, celestial mechanics, and astrodynamics

  .
• Proficiency in

  Python, MATLAB/Simulink

  , or similar.
• Experience with

  STK, GMAT

  , or other simulation tools.
• Knowledge of spacecraft control algorithms and satellite systems.
  
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in operational spacecraft missions.
  
• Familiarity with international space mission standards and processes.
  
• Exposure to multi-satellite or constellation mission operations.

  Role & responsibilities