2026 Flight Dynamics Engineer
The Aerospace CorporationCalifornia, United States • Virginia, United States • Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States • Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Posted March 11, 2026
100000 - 140000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise.
Job Description
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a 2026 Flight Dynamics Engineer to provide expertise for a wide range of customer flight dynamics needs, supporting both analysis and research and development requests. The selected candidate will be required to work full time, on-site in El Segundo, CA, Colorado Springs, CO, Chantilly, VA, or Albuquerque, NM.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in aeronautical/astronautical engineering, physics or applied mathematics, or related disciplines
- 0-1 years of experience in flight mechanics, astrodynamics, maneuver optimization, trajectory optimization, launch vehicle trajectory design, hypersonic vehicle modeling, or general trajectory modeling and simulation
- Proficiency in one or more of the following programming languages and environments: C, C++, Fortran, Python, Javascript, Linux, and/or MATLAB
Benefits
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
- Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
- 401(k) Plan
- Flexible spending accounts
- Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
- Relocation assistance
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
- Education assistance programs
- An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect