SAIC

Astrodynamics Engineer

SAIC$100K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, or related field; Master's with no experience acceptable
  • 2+ years of experience in astrodynamics or orbit determination
  • Proficiency in Python or C++, or ability to quickly adapt from another programming language
  • Strong collaboration skills working within interdisciplinary teams
  • Ability to effectively refine analyses based on internal and external feedback
  • Active TS/SCI clearance; must pass CI polygraph if not current

Responsibilities

  • Conduct independent trade studies and technical assessments
  • Evaluate external teams' results for accuracy and applicability
  • Identify and develop innovative concepts in astrodynamics
  • Present technical briefings providing actionable insights to customers
  • Support other prime contracts as needed

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary experts
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies including AI/ML and High Performance Computing
  • Opportunities for professional growth in a high-stakes industry
  • Engagement in critical national defense projects
  • Flexible working arrangements potentially available
Full Job Description
Job Description

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 orC++.

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

About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
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Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
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