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Flight Dynamics Engineer

Aleron
United States, California, Los Angeles
Oct 28, 2026
Description Job Title: Flight Dynamics Engineer Location: Los Angeles 90021 Employment Type: Full-Time Direct Hire with Comprehensive Benefits Industry: Aerospace Acara Solutions is seeking a Flight Dynamics Engineer for our client, Proteus Space, a spacecraft technology company developing custom spacecraft and mission solutions. This full-time, onsite position will focus on flight dynamics systems integration, attitude control, guidance, navigation, simulation, testing, troubleshooting, and live flight operations to support satellite performance on orbit. Responsibilities: Lead technical integration, vendor management, interface requirements, and performance requirements for Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS), propulsion systems, and hardware Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) components. Develop high-fidelity flight dynamics models for trajectory analysis, momentum management, and propellant budgeting using tools such as STK and custom Python simulations. Develop and tune control laws for pointing requirements, detumbling, and station-keeping. Collaborate with Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) and Avionics teams to ensure flight dynamics hardware is properly integrated and calibrated within the spacecraft bus. Transition flight dynamics systems from design and simulation into live, on-console operations. Troubleshoot flight dynamics anomalies and support spacecraft maneuvers during flight operations. Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements. Document design processes, test results, and system performance. Provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and drive improvements in engineering processes. About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. Job Requirements What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in spacecraft flight dynamics, including attitude control and propulsion systems. What Sets You Apart: Proficiency in mission design software and flight dynamics simulation tools. Programming experience in Python, C++, or MATLAB for flight dynamics modeling and flight software integration. Experience working in cleanroom environments and following electrostatic discharge (ESD) protocols. Demonstrated leadership skills, including mentoring junior engineers and contributing to engineering process improvements. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic engineering environment. Additional Information: After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit. The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Acara Solutions and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at Website Privacy Policy \| Acara Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. Apply