About the role#
The Emerging Missions Flight Dynamics department provides flight mechanics expertise for the cislunar domain. You will support research, development, and analysis for a variety of customer needs. This role involves collaborating with engineering partners to build technical solutions for space enterprise challenges.
What you'll do#
- Perform orbital mechanics and trajectory design analysis, including impulsive and low-thrust optimization.
- Develop Concepts of Operations and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for space and near-space systems.
- Create new capabilities using optimal control theory and flight mechanics.
- Build and maintain flight dynamics tools and software features.
- Partner on maneuver and orbit design for Rendezvous and Proximity Operations.
- Conduct facility location optimization and trajectory sequence generation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Master’s or PhD program in Aerospace Engineering.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Proficiency in C, C++, Python, Fortran, or MATLAB.
- Experience in space mission analysis, advanced astrodynamics, cislunar trajectory design, or algorithm development.
- Ability to work full-time for at least 10 weeks and return to your degree program afterward.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
Location & details#
- Locations: Colorado Springs, CO; El Segundo, CA; Chantilly, VA; or Albuquerque, NM.
- Modality: On-site and hybrid options available.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: $32.00 to $48.00 per hour.
About The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation operates as a nonprofit organization focused on space research and technology. Founded in 1960, the company provides technical expertise for national space programs and national security systems. It maintains a workforce of over 5,000 employees across offices in Virginia and California. The firm specializes in areas including launch vehicles, artificial intelligence, and space policy.
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