Senior Flight Software Engineer
Muon SpaceSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Satellite Operations, Earth ObservationIndustries
Position Overview
- Location Type: Remote
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Salary: Not specified
Planet is a space and data company dedicated to using space to help life on Earth. We design, build, and operate the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history, delivering a revolutionary dataset of empirical information via a cloud-based platform to customers in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We strive to create a people-centric culture and iterate in a way that puts our team members first. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.
About the Role:
As a Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer, you will be part of a small team responsible for the Flight Dynamics and Mission Planning for Planet’s satellite fleet. Your work will encompass mission design, orbit determination, maneuver design and execution, and conjunction assessment & mitigation. You’ll also contribute to mission planning, optimizing scheduling for imaging and contacts across the Dove, SkySat, Pelican, and Tanager constellations, directly impacting the business needs of the world’s largest Earth Observation satellite constellation. You will develop and automate tools to assess mission design trade-offs, shaping the future of Planet’s constellations.
Impact You'll Own:
- Research, design, and architect new software solutions for managing Mission Design needs for Planet’s increasingly diverse fleets of satellites.
- Work on complex optimization problems utilizing your knowledge of flight dynamics and software engineering.
- Directly contribute to Planet’s success by improving the operations of existing satellite fleets and enabling future missions.
What You Bring:
- Advanced degree in aerospace engineering, physics, or a related technical field.
- 6+ years of total relevant experience.
- Background in orbital mechanics and space mission operations.
- Software development experience in C++ and Python.
- Ability to carry out first-principles analysis and operationalize MVP (Minimum Viable Product) solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills.
What Makes You Stand Out:
- (Details not provided in the original description)
Skills
Orbital Mechanics
Space Mission Operations
Mission Design
Orbit Determination
Maneuver Design
Conjunction Assessment
Optimization
Software Engineering
C++
Python
Planet
High-resolution satellite imagery subscription service
About Planet
Planet captures high-resolution satellite images of the Earth using a fleet of small satellites called Doves. These satellites provide near-daily, detailed imagery across eight different bands, allowing clients to monitor environmental changes, manage resources, plan urban developments, and respond to disasters. The company operates on a subscription-based model, giving clients access to a vast library of images and data analytics tools. This approach ensures consistent revenue as clients require ongoing updates. Planet differentiates itself by offering customized solutions and educational resources through Planet School, helping users effectively utilize their platform. The goal of Planet is to be a leader in the geospatial intelligence market, providing valuable insights through frequent and detailed Earth observation.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$617.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, AerospaceIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees