Job Title: Trajectory Engineer
Responsibilities:
- Develop and analyze mission trajectories for the spacecraft to reach Enceladus and return to Earth.
- Determine the optimal launch window and trajectory to maximize the chances of mission success.
- Collaborate with other teams to ensure the spacecraft and payload are designed and built to withstand the rigors of the mission trajectory.
- Monitor and adjust the spacecraft’s trajectory during the mission as needed to ensure it stays on course.
- Analyze and mitigate potential risks associated with the trajectory, such as collision hazards and micrometeoroid impacts.
- Collaborate with the propulsion team to ensure the spacecraft has enough fuel for the mission trajectory.
- Communicate with other teams and stakeholders to keep them informed of the mission’s progress and any issues that may arise.
- Continuously monitor the mission progress and adjust the trajectory as needed to achieve the goal of collecting and photographing water from Enceladus.
- Work closely with the safety officer to ensure that the mission is performed safely and within compliance of all regulations.
Please submit your application to paul@spaceoceancorp.com for further consideration.