Turion Space

Dynamics Engineer

Irvine, California, United States

$110-140k

Full Time

15 minutes ago

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Job description

The dynamics group team concentrates on defining forcing functions that act upon the vehicle, predicting vehicle and system response, and ensuring hardware meets the qualifications for ground testing and flight. The group's wide range of responsibilities include structural dynamics, fluid system dynamics, engine dynamics and multibody dynamics.

As Dynamics engineer, you will provide technical expertise in the areas of rotorcraft structural dynamics, drive system dynamics, rotor dynamics, acoustics, control theory, orbital mechanics, optimization, and software development to the team. A qualified candidate will have a strong intuition of physics first principles, frequency domain, and strong software and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

Create and use analysis tools to resolve dynamics problems, perform trajectory design, optimization, and dispersion analysis
Develop highly reliable and performant GNC algorithms, simulations, tools, services, and dashboards using C++ or Python
Develop new mission analysis capabilities for rendezvous and proximity operations
Build finite element and lumped element models of launch vehicle systems
Execute dynamic testing from start-to-finish (pre-test analysis, sensor selection & installation, testing, data analysis, signal processing and model correlation)
Write high-quality technical documentation of programs, algorithms, or analysis

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, math, or scientific discipline
2+ years of experience with structural or fluid dynamics via full-time employment, outside the classroom projects, or lab work
Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, including low thrust trajectory optimization and station keeping
Experience implementing optimization algorithms
Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere
Must be able to obtain a Secret and/or a TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience implementing machine learning or AI algorithms
Experience in launch vehicle and/or spacecraft systems.
Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills, and engineering fundamentals
Cradle-to-grave development of three-axis stabilized spacecraft incorporating momentum, magnetic, and propulsive control
Passion for advancing the commercial space industry
Experience in mission operations and orbit-raising planning
Experience with fluid system modeling and structural-fluid coupling pogo problems
Experience with NASTRAN (knowledge of DMAP programming a plus)
Experience with turbomachinery and combustion dynamics
Experience with vibration and shock testing
Experience with finite element modeling
Working knowledge of structural analysis and test, including a fundamental understanding of strength, stability and fatigue failure mechanisms
Experience with data processing and analysis in Python and MATLAB
Capable of identifying and solving complex problems with little to no supervision or direction
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed

ITAR Requirements:

This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Benefits

Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan.
Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.
Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.
Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.
Diverse and Inclusive Culture: A commitment to diversity and inclusion, with initiatives to support a welcoming and equitable work environment.

Turion Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Turion Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of Turion’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department.