Flight Dynamic Engineer
SaraTech
Dallas, TX
Responsibilities
Take ownership of the internally developed Mission Design Toolset (MDT)
Create 6DOF attitude mission timelines from 3DOF trajectories, payload requirements, and other constraints
Run, modify, create scripts and source code to assess vehicle change impacts among various subsystems for IM's current and future lunar missions
Interface with all subsystems to improve processes, gather inputs, and provide output
Present results to control boards, participate in high level design and analysis discussions
A candidate for this position will be encouraged to take on as much responsibility as practical and will be expected to play a role in the full analysis process, including conceptualization, requirements & procedures, code development, testing, documentation and presentation of results, and on-console mission operations support.
This role is key for mission success.
Required Education / Experience / Skills
B.S degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline and minimum of 3 years of experience in root cause analysis or related discipline;
or M.S. degree in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline and a minimum of 2 years of experience
Proficiency with Python, Linux, 6DOF simulation, trajectory design, linear algebra, quaternion math, frame transformations
Familiarity with commonly used space and commercial specifications
Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
Desired Education / Experience / Skills
Solid experience with C / C++, Trick, Bash, VSCode, Git, GitLab, SpiceyPy, Matplotlib, Numpy, Confluence, Jira, Agile, Kalman Filters, Monte Carlo, nonlinear optimization, MPI
Essential Requirements
Effective verbal and written communication
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Excellent organizational skills
Creative approach to problem solving
Embraces Intuitive Machines core values : Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence
Ability and willingness to work under compressed and aggressive delivery schedules
Teamwork - Eager and able to work in a collaborative and cross-disciplinary fashion in a fast-paced, dynamic and deadline-oriented environment
Full-time