Blue Origin
Space-based communications
ConstellationTrajectoryExecutionLead
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“Constellation Trajectory Execution Lead at Blue Origin. Skills: Constellation trajectory design, Fleet dynamics, Orbit determination, Maneuvering capabilities. Lead team for constellation trajectory design. Manage fleet-level flight dynamics”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure trajectory design, orbit determination, and maneuvering capabilities meet TeraWave mission requirements; Ensure seamless operations throughout the constellation lifecycle; Ensure mission objectives are met; Meet TeraWave mission requirements and business objectives; Ensure optimal performance and return on investment; Ensure mission success and service quality
Industry & Context.
Discover requirements underlying feature requests; Recommend alternative technical and business approaches; Lead engineering efforts to meet ambitious timelines with optimal solutions
Relocation assistance may be available, Travel may be required, U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U. S., Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
B. S. in Aerospace, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering, or related technical subject area, 10+ years of Technical Experience developing space mission design and navigation systems, satellite navigation, statistical orbit determination, orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, trajectory optimization, Excellent verbal and written communication skills, Experience leading and building teams for development and operations, Outstanding customer relationship skills, background in constellation design and operations automation, Familiarity with electric propulsion trajectory design, Familiarity with ground-based satellite navigation and statistical orbit determination processes, Familiarity with maneuver design, conjunction response / collision avoidance, and orbit maintenance, background developing space navigation CONOPs, requirements, and interface description documents, Demonstrated experience throughout mission design lifecycle from conceptualization through operational flight, Experience developing high-level plans for end-to-end integrated system tests
Nice to Have
M. S. or Ph. D. in Aerospace, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering, or related technical subject area, 15+ years of proven experience focused on mission design and navigation, Multiple spacecraft missions of operational ground navigation support and/or leadership, Applied expertise in ground-based satellite navigation and statistical orbit determination processes, Applied expertise in maneuver design, conjunction response / collision avoidance, and orbit maintenance, In-depth experience with electric propulsion satellite missions, In-depth experience with GPS commercial satellite missions, Experience using the STK and Monte software packages
What You'll Do.
Lead team for constellation trajectory design
Manage fleet-level flight dynamics
Ensure trajectory design meets requirements
Create comprehensive ConOps
Define technical requirements
Lead fleet management activities
Oversee design and optimization of constellation architecture
Implement and test automated operational tools
Perform conjunction assessment
Contribute to mission model and simulation
Contribute to constellation reliability analysis
Represent team in technical reviews
Drive innovation in constellation design
Perform dedicated mission analysis
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with cross-functional teams; Collaborate with architecture teams; Collaborate with mission operations teams; Collaborate with network operations teams; Collaborate with space vehicle teams; Coordinate with multiple stakeholders; Coordinate with government entities; Coordinate with other commercial entities; Represent constellation management team in reviews; Work with product team
Communication Scope
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Outstanding customer relationship skills
Process & Methodology
Lead high-performing team, Manage constellation trajectory design, Manage fleet-level flight dynamics, Lead fleet management activities, Develop high-level plans for integrated system tests
Full Job Description
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide. At Blue Origin, you'll apply your technical expertise and leadership to shape the future of space exploration. As the Constellation Trajectory Execution Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in the TeraWave program, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and operate a cutting-edge satellite constellation that will advance our vision of millions living and working in space. As the Constellation Trajectory Execution Lead for the TeraWave constellation, you will be the single-threaded technical and team leader responsible for designing and managing a combined LEO & MEO satellite constellation that will revolutionize space-based communications. **Special Mentions:** * Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates * Travel may be required to support constellation design, development, and operations activities **Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** * Build and lead a high-performing team responsible for constellation trajectory design and fleet-level flight dynamics throughout the entire mission lifecycle * Ensure trajectory design, orbit determination, and maneuvering capabilities
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