Associate Astrodynamicist

Job Description
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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking an Associate Astrodynamicist to join our Astrodynamics Team located in El Segundo, CA. This early-career position offers the opportunity to work within a highly collaborative team environment as part of the Astrodynamics group under the Mission Systems Engineering & Operations department in Space Mission Systems. Designed as a non-senior role, it requires flexibility to learn and operate beyond traditional definitions of astrodynamics, encompassing a broader range of orbital analysis and mission systems engineering responsibilities.
Position Responsibilities:

• The team are the Rocket Scientists in the Mission Control Center, responsible for flying satellites with a primary focus on orbit mechanics, mission analysis and operations, though the role extends beyond the traditional non-Boeing definition of Astrodynamics.
• Located in El Segundo, this group is a recognized 'center of excellence,' built on decades of accumulated knowledge and historical learning fostering continuous improvement and collaboration across multiple programs.
• As part of a highly motivated team, members perform astrodynamics analyses including transfer orbit design, propellant budgeting, mission planning, and station keeping design and analysis.
• Interact closely with customers, launch vehicle providers, subsystem leads, and program management supporting trade studies and new business across all orbit regimes (GEO, LEO, MEO, cis-lunar).
• The environment encompasses concept design, proposal phases through to on-orbit mission operations-participating actively in mission activities from launch, transfer orbits, to in-orbit support.
• Spacecraft systems engineering responsibilities include defining and flowing requirements between subsystems and astrodynamics to support mission design, as well as designing mission-specific analysis and operational tools.
• Identify software requirements and support implementation of specialized astrodynamics software tools.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment: Ability to Obtain Tier 5 (formerly SSBI) - Post-Start
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• Academic or professional experience (2+ years) with Orbital Mechanics, Mission Analysis & Design, Spacecraft Operations, or System engineering
• Basic coding skills, and familiarity with MATLAB or equivalent software

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics
• Level 2: Bachelor of Science +2 to 4 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, i.e. Master's Degree in Aerospace, or Systems Engineering with specialization in Astronautics, Spacecraft Systems, Orbital/Celestial Mechanics
• Level 3: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, i.e. Master's Degree in Aerospace, or Systems Engineering with specialization in Astronautics, Spacecraft Systems, Orbital/Celestial Mechanics
• Real-world experience working on cross-discipline engineering teams is desirable, including time spent in a mission control environment
• Experience with creating tools in MATLAB for solving orbital or other engineering problems

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Typical Education/Experience:
Associate Level 2: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Experienced, Level 3: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range (Associate Level 2): $100,300 - $135,700
Summary Pay Range (Experienced Level 3): $124,100 - $167,900
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 18, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A current Tier 5(T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.