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CACI · Onsite · Santa Maria, CA, US
Job Title: Trajectory Simulation & Analysis Aerospace Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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The Opportunity:
As a member of CACI’s trajectory team in Santa Maria, CA, you will assist with launch vehicle trajectory simulations & analyses and launch day operations performed in support of critical U.S. spacecraft missions.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and analyze computer simulations for launch vehicle trajectories.
  • Assist senior engineers with trajectory verification and validation analyses.
  • Generate trajectory simulations for real-time flight displays on launch day.


Qualifications:
Required: 

  • B.S., or higher, in Aerospace Engineering.
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Course work in Astronautics (orbital mechanics, spacecraft attitude dynamics, etc.).
  • Ability to analyze flight mechanics processes using engineering principles.
  • Proficiency with MATLAB scripting, plotting and data processing.


Desired:

  • Experience developing, troubleshooting, analyzing flight vehicle simulations.
  • Programming and scripting skills: Perl, Python, FORTRAN, C++.
  • Experience and/or course work in the following areas:
    • Optimization techniques
    • Probability analysis

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.


Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$63,800 - 127,500 USD

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
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