Astrodynamics jobs in California

Astrodynamics Engineer (Lead/Senior) - Millennium Space Systems

El Segundo, California

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Astrodynamics Engineer (Lead/Senior) - Millennium Space Systems Company: Millennium Space Systems Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation. Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challe

Full-time

USD 123,000.00 - 183,000.00 per year

Astrodynamics Engineering Development Program (3 Months - Path to Hire)

El Segundo, California

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A New Paradigm For Space Operations. Who We Are: Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations - one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attritable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely

Full-time

USD 30.00 per hour

Machine Learning Engineer - Satellite Capacity Optimization & Planning

Carlsbad, California

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About us One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team. What you'll do You will be a hands-on ML engineer building platforms and t

Full-time

USD 140,500.00 - 221,500.00 per year

Senior GNC Engineer

Los Angeles, California

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Senior GNC Engineer - Lead Spacecraft Guidance, Navigation & Mission Design Los Angeles, CA | On-site Opportunity Summary Join a fast-growing aerospace startup developing next-generation spacecraft designed to enable more capable and flexible operations beyond Earth orbit. The team is building advanced in-space transportation systems that support challenging orbital missions through innovative propulsion and spacecraft technologies. As a Senior GNC Engineer, you will own the guidance, navigat

Full-time

USD 150,000.00 - 200,000.00 per year

Navigation Algorithms Engineer

Burlingame, California

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Xona is the navigational intelligence company bringing real-time, centimeter-level certainty to any device, anywhere on Earth. With Pulsar - the world's most advanced PNT satellite infrastructure in Low Earth Orbit - Xona will offer a future-proof, backwards-compatible global positioning system optimized for absolute precision, superior power, and robust protection. Overview We're looking for a Navigation Algorithms Engineer to join our Ground Software team. This is a hands-on algorithm role:

Full-time

USD 120,000.00 - 140,000.00 per year

Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer Spacecraft / RPO

Carson, California

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Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer Spacecraft Autonomy Carson, Ca $225,000 $300,000 Build the Brain That Flies the Spacecraft.We re looking for an exceptional GNC Engineer to develop the flight-critical algorithms behind the next generation of autonomous spacecraft. This isn't a role where your work ends in MATLAB. You'll own GNC technology from simulation through embedded flight software and hardware-in-the-loop testing ultimately helping autonomous spacecraft rendezvous, man

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Full-time

$225,000 - $300,000

SETA Engineering Development Program (3 Months - Path to Hire)

El Segundo, California

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A New Paradigm for Space Operations. Who We Are: Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations - one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attritable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely

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USD 30.00 per hour

Senior RF Systems Engineer

El Segundo, California

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Job ID: 2613965 Location: El Segundo, CA, US Date Posted: 2026-06-24 Category: Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Systems Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 10% of the time Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI with Poly Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC has an opening for a Space RF Payload subject matter expert (SME) with in-depth knowledge of digital signal processing, signals, remote sensing

Full-time

USD 200,001.00 - 240,000.00 per year

Remote Sensing & Nuclear Activity Detection Engineer

Remote or Washington, District of Columbia

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Remote Sensing & Nuclear Activity Detection Engineer Pay range: $185 - $195,000 annually Who We Are: TechSource, a Salas O'Brien company and a previous DOE Small Business of the Year recipient and ten-time Inc. 5000 winner, is a nationally recognized engineering and scientific company specializing in the management and technical delivery of large-scale nuclear and high-technology projects with numerous federal agencies, helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs,

Full-time

USD 185.00 per day

Senior Electrical Power Systems Engineer

Remote or Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies,

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USD 145,000.00 - 165,000.00 per year

Senior Mission Concept Engineer

Remote or Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Full-time

USD 250,000.00 - 300,000.00 per year

Sr. Trajectory Analysis Engineer (Starship)

Hawthorne, California

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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SR. TRAJECTORY ANALYSIS ENGINEER (STARSHIP) As a Trajectory Analysis Engineer, you will be responsible for finding creative analysis solutions to enable the world's most advanced rockets, including our next-generation

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USD 140,000.00 - 205,000.00 per year

Senior Spectrum Engineer, Regulatory Affairs

Remote or Carlsbad, California

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About us One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team. What you'll do As a pivotal member of Viasat's global regulatory team, you

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USD 180,500.00 - 285,000.00 per year

Senior Systems Engineer

Remote or Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Full-time

USD 175,000.00 - 195,000.00 per year

Systems Architect Engineer

San Jose, California

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OUR COMPANY As an early mover in the in-space transportation and infrastructure services, Momentus is at the forefront of the commercialization of space. With an experienced team of aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers, Momentus has developed a cost-effective and energy-efficient in-space transport system. OUR PEOPLE Daring problems require daring solutions. We boldly charge into uncharted territory knowing that no matter the outcome we will benefit from the journey and move closer to o

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USD 160,000.00 - 200,000.00 per year

Flight Dynamics Engineer, Orbits R&D

San Francisco, California

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Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth. Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one. Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop n

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USD 114,200.00 - 142,700.00 per year

Senior Flight Systems Engineer

Seal Beach, California

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Posting/External Job Title Senior Flight Systems Engineer Location Seal Beach, CA 90740 US (Primary) Remote/Onsite/Hybrid 100% Onsite Job Type Full-time # of Hires Needed 1 Education Bachelor's Degree Travel None Security Clearance Required Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance within a reasonable timeframe. Pay Range (All offers will be based on experience) $225,000.00 - $300,000.00/yr Position Introduction/Key Duties Cimarron is seeking a Senior Fligh

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USD 225,000.00 - 300,000.00 per year

Senior GNC Engineer

Redondo Beach, California

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Senior GNC Engineer Department: Autonomous Systems Employment Type: Full Time Location: Redondo Beach Compensation: $145,000 - $175,000 / year Description As a Senior Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer at Impulse Space, you will own all aspects of and provide outstanding technical contribution to vehicle GNC in all phases of development and operation while working closely with a fast paced, agile team. Responsibilities Implement GNC flight, test, and analysis systems for high-perfor

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USD 145,000.00 - 175,000.00 per year

GNC Engineer (Starfall)

Hawthorne, California

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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. GNC ENGINEER (STARFALL) SpaceX is looking for engineers with backgrounds in orbital mechanics, control theory, state estimation, spacecraft systems design, atmospheric entry, optimization, and software development to

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USD 125,000.00 - 150,000.00 per year

Flight Dynamics Engineer

El Segundo, California

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The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers,

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USD 110,400.00 - 165,500.00 per year

Astrodynamics jobs in California, USA