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Impulse Space

In-space propulsion and payload mobility

Senior Mission Design Engineer

Flight Dynamics & GNCPosted on Jun 6

Full-timeRedondo Beach, CA, USA$120k - $180k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a technical field is required.
At least 4 years of experience in a technical engineering role is required.
The candidate must be able to communicate technical concepts clearly and professionally.
Working knowledge of orbital mechanics and spacecraft operations is required.
A functional understanding of spacecraft systems and payload accommodations is required.
Proficiency in at least one programming language is required.

Responsibilities

Design mission concepts that efficiently achieve customer objectives.
Stay current on the technical performance and capabilities of Impulse’s product lines.
Build tools that rapidly analyze, interpret, and visualize mission design results.
Integrate mission design details into high-quality written proposals.
Meet with customers to capture requirements and gather feedback on proposed solutions.
Evaluate mission concepts for performance and identify improvements.
Partner with Engineering to advance spacecraft simulation and trajectory optimization tools.
Collaborate with Business Development to understand customer needs and establish the most compelling approach for each proposal opportunity.
Drive key mission design tasks, including CONOPS development, maneuver planning, trajectory optimization, requirements verification, CAD fit checks, propellant and power budgeting, and link budget analysis.
Engage directly with customers and travel occasionally.

Desired Qualifications

Python is the preferred programming language.

As a Senior Mission Design Engineer at Impulse Space, you will lead the design and optimization of in-space servicing missions that meet — and exceed — customer requirements. You’ll sit within the Mission Design & Flight Dynamics team within Autonomous Systems, working hands‑on with Business Development and Engineering to shape mission concepts, craft proposals, and ensure every solution is technically robust. This role includes direct customer engagement and occasional travel.

Design mission concepts that efficiently achieve customer objectives
Stay current on the technical performance and capabilities of Impulse’s product lines
Build tools that rapidly analyze, interpret, and visualize mission design results
Integrate mission design details into high‑quality written proposals
Meet with customers to capture requirements and gather feedback on proposed solutions
Evaluate mission concepts for performance and identify improvements
Partner with Engineering to advance spacecraft simulation and trajectory optimization tools
Collaborate with Business Development to understand customer needs and establish the most compelling approach for each proposal opportunity
Drive key mission design tasks such as CONOPS development, maneuver planning, trajectory optimization, requirements verification, CAD fit checks, propellant and power budgeting, and link budget analysis

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field
4+ years in a technical engineering role
Strong ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and professionally
Working knowledge of orbital mechanics and spacecraft operations
Functional understanding of spacecraft systems and payload accommodations
Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred)

About the Company

Impulse Space

In-space propulsion and payload mobility

Impulse Space builds in-space mobility services and propulsion to move payloads after launch. Its products include Mira for precise maneuvering and rendezvous, Helios high-energy kick stage, Caravan rideshare to higher-energy orbits, and propulsion lines Saiph, Deneb, and Rigel. These tools act as in-space tugs and stages to push, dock, and deploy payloads in orbit. Led by SpaceX veteran Tom Mueller, Impulse Space uses flight-proven hardware and a growing network of facilities to make reaching higher-energy orbits faster and cheaper, expanding access for customers.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Series D
Total funding: $1.4B
Headquarters: Redondo Beach, CA
Founded: 2021

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