Senior flight dynamics software engineer

At Indra Deimos, we're shaping the future of space exploration with cutting-edge technologies for interplanetary missions, planetary defense, autonomous rendezvous, and much more. We're looking for a Senior Flight Dynamics Software Engineer to join our Interplanetary Mission Analysis (IMAN) Competence Centre within the Mission Engineering Business Unit.

What's the Challenge?

As a Senior Flight Dynamics Software Engineer at Indra Deimos, you'll lead the development of high-fidelity software tools for orbital simulation and mission design. Your contributions will directly impact scientific missions for top-tier clients like ESA, as well as internal projects pushing the boundaries of innovation. You’ll also take part in advanced research in celestial mechanics and astrodynamics.

Your contributions will include:

* Designing and evolving our in-house Flight Dynamics System (FDS) to simulate constellations and orbital maneuvers.
* End-to-end development, validation, and operational deployment of the FDS software for satellite and constellation simulations.
* Creating and automating strategies for constellation deployment, station-keeping, replenishment, collision avoidance, and re-entry.
* Defining algorithms for Space Situational Awareness (SSA).
* Supporting mission design for interplanetary and Earth Observation missions.
* Simulating spacecraft dynamics and modeling the space environment.
* Developing custom software tools to support mission analysis activities.
* Driving innovation, refining engineering processes, and contributing to technology research and knowledge sharing across teams.

What We're Looking For:

Education:

* M.Sc. in Aerospace Engineering.

Experience:

* 4–6 years in relevant space domains including software development and flight dynamics.
* Strong background in orbital mechanics and trajectory optimization using various propulsion systems.
* Skilled in C++ and Python.
* Knowledge of software engineering methods and orbital analysis tools.
* Bonus points for experience with lunar missions, satellite operations, telemetry, estimation theory, and object-oriented programming.

Language:

* Excellent level of English, both spoken and written.

Personal Attributes:

* Highly motivated, proactive, and problem-solving mindset.
* Responsible team player with leadership capabilities.
* Comfortable working in groups and client-facing settings.

What We Offer:

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