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Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer, Mission Operations Verified today

Katalyst Space · Broomfield, CO · Space Systems · first seen 2026-07-16
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What You'll Do

  • Provide flight dynamics and orbital mechanics subject matter expertise for mission operations
  • Design and analyze spacecraft trajectories throughout mission lifecycle, with focus on rendezvous proximity operations
  • Support ground software and mission operations teams to develop automation tools
  • Develop, validate, and maintain flight dynamics tools and simulation environments
  • Perform maneuver planning and delta-V optimization
  • Analyze spacecraft navigation performance and state estimation accuracy
  • Create DRMs for proposals, presentations and customer-facing events

Required Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Space Systems, Software Engineering, or equivalent Engineering or Applied Physics degree
  • 7+ years of experience in spacecraft flight dynamics
  • Proficiency in Python and/or C++
  • Technical knowledge of state estimation, navigation, maneuver, trajectory planning, collision avoidance, orbit determination and operations
  • Experience using STK, GMAT, Basilisk, or similar flight dynamics tools
  • Git version control or equivalent version control system
  • Experience supporting critical operations and making decisions in high-stress environments
  • Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments

Preferred

  • Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

About Katalyst

Katalyst is an American technology company focused on dynamic space operations. We are building a fleet of dual-use multipurpose robotic space vehicles to enable maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, resupply and exploration as routine operations in space. By developing foundational capabilities for sustained, responsive operations, we enable a new era of space exploration that strengthens national security and ensures freedom of action in an increasingly contested domain.

Working at Katalyst is intense, hands-on, and deeply rewarding. You will take real ownership and see your work move from concept to operations in an environment where problems are hard and impact is real. We value humility, craftsmanship, and doing things the right way, even when it is harder.