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Blue Origin

Trajectory Analyst II - New Glenn

Blue Origin, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285


At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-liftorbital launch vehicle capable ofroutinelycarrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar,and beyond.Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designedfrom the beginningto be human-capable.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse engineers, you will optimize Earth-to-orbit trajectories for a range of launch vehicle configurations, including modeling the corresponding kinematic and dynamic characteristics, develop integrated design solutions and assess conceptual designs, and support trade studies on system design and architectures. Other responsibilities include documentation and maintenance of analysis inputs, models, and reports. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight.

Passion for our mission and vision is required! Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent technical field 2+ years of experience in trajectory optimization, GNC, mission design, or advanced degree Strong orbital mechanics fundamentals Strong flight mechanics/dynamics fundamentals Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum Preferred Qualifications: Experience in launch, spacecraft and reentry systems Experience using trajectory analysis tools such as POST, OTIS, STK Astrogator, or Copernicus. Strong technical troubleshooting skills Experience with aerodynamic modelling, stability, or control design Experience using MATLAB/Simulink Experience with flight safety analysis and post-flight data analysis Active TS/SCI clearance

Compensation Range for:CA applicants is $109,980.00-$153,972.00;CO applicants is $100,815.00-$141,141.00;WA applicants is $109,980.00-$153,972.00

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