Space Systems Modeling and Analysis Engineer

Amazon Inc

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Location
Northridge, CAEl Segundo, CA
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$129,200–$174,800 / yr
Posted
62 days ago
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Amazon Inc. is the world''s largest e-commerce and cloud computing company, operating the Amazon marketplace, AWS cloud platform, Prime subscription services, Alexa voice AI, and logistics infrastructure. Industry: E-Commerce & Cloud Computing

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TL;DR · Space Systems Modeling and Analysis Engineer

The Space Systems Modeling and Analysis Engineer will join the Hardware Development team to develop and deploy high-fidelity computational models of multi-orbit space architectures. The role involves building fast, parallelizable simulations of proliferated constellations across LEO, MEO, and GEO orbits to support SATCOM, NAVWAR, SBST, and MWT missions. Key responsibilities include modeling space-to-space crosslinks, RF and EO/IR sensors, ground segment architectures, and space-based threats like maneuverable satellites or electromagnetic warfare effects. The engineer will perform trade studies on constellation design, link budgets, and Alt-PNT frameworks while analyzing Space Data Network architectures. Candidates must possess proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or C++ for numerical modeling and data analysis, alongside experience with physics-based simulations of orbital mechanics, RF link analysis, and sensor coverage geometries.

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain high-fidelity models of multi-orbit constellations for SATCOM, NAVWAR, and missile warning missions.
  • Design and execute large-scale, parallelizable simulations to evaluate constellation performance and resilience under degraded conditions.
  • Perform trade studies and sensitivity analyses on constellation design parameters, sensor geometries, and network topologies.
  • Model ground segment architectures including radar systems, ground entry points, and command and control infrastructure.
  • Model space-based threats such as maneuverable satellites, counter-space systems, and electromagnetic warfare effects.
  • Analyze Space Data Network architectures including space-to-space crosslinks and network service orchestration.
  • Develop sensor performance models for multi-phenomenology detection across missile warning and moving target indication missions.
  • Quantify system resilience, capacity, and performance under adversarial conditions to support architecture decisions.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline.
  • 3+ years of experience developing physics-based models and simulations of space systems.
  • Experience modeling systems across multiple orbital regimes including LEO, MEO, and GEO.
  • Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or C++ for numerical modeling and data analysis.
  • Demonstrated experience with parallelizable or high-performance computing approaches for large-scale simulations.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, Applied Physics, or related field (preferred).
  • US Citizen and candidates.

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