Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history.
Key Responsibilities
As a Flight Dynamics Engineer, you will work on a small team of dedicated engineers responsible for the Flight Dynamics and Mission Planning for Planet’s fleet of satellites. The Flight Dynamics disciplines of this team include mission design, orbit determination, maneuver design and execution (with propulsion and differential-drag), and conjunction assessment & mitigation. Mission Planning is concerned with optimal scheduling of imaging and contacts for Planet’s Dove, SkySat, Pelican, and Tanager constellations. This operations research problem has a direct impact on fulfilling the business needs for the world’s largest heterogeneous constellation of Earth Observation satellites. Your role will involve developing and automating tools to assess mission design trade-offs that will define the future of Planet's constellations.
This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, physics or related technical field
2-3 years of relevant work experience
Experience in orbital mechanics and space mission operations
Software development experience in C++ and Python
Ability to carry out first-principles analysis and operationalize MVP solutions
Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills
Experience with constellation and mission design trade studies
Experience implementing one or more of the following:
Experience maintaining peer-reviewed code, attention to quality including automated testing, and continuous integration and deployment
This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
Benefits & Perks
These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Home Office Reimbursement
Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
Equity
Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
Volunteering Paid Time Off
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