Trajectory Analyst
Company: Leidos
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we
deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and
talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We
empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate
sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the
right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our
Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your
greatest work is ahead! Leidos’ Defense Systems is seeking a
Trajectory Analyst to join our team supporting the Multi-Service
Advanced Capability Hypersonics Test Bed (MACH-TB) Flight Test
Program as part of the Hypersonics Systems Division. With offices
across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and
commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective
engineering, scientific and IT solutions. If this sounds like the
kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Leidos
Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems,
solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and
cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include
enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems,
command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity,
logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations
support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security
challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and
learn more, click here ! Are you ready to make an impact? Share
your resume with us today! Position Overview As part of a
hardworking team of engineers and problem-solvers, The Hypersonic
Systems Trajectory Analyst will support the Lead Trajectory Analyst
in performance of launch vehicle trajectory modeling and flight
safety analysis, ensuring compliance with range safety and public
risk requirements, and maturing the overall analysis methodology
for various hypersonic test flight configurations. Jointly with the
Lead Trajectory Analyst, the person in this role will directly
influence mission design. The responsibilities of this position
include generating and communicating data products to inform
trajectory shaping/optimization and flight system design
considerations for optimization of experimental data gathering,
while minimizing risks and unnecessary cost. Primary
Responsibilities Develop and optimize 3-DOF and/or 6-DOF trajectory
simulation models Develop CONOPS for integration with mission
operations and flight software Conduct engineering approximations
for performance Performing Monte Carlo (and/or probabilistic
analyses) routines and data analysis to inform mission authorities
of off-nominal trajectories (incorporating range safety, circular
error probability, and expected casualty) Provide Systems
Engineering with optimizations to balance performance and safety
and maintain critical system constraints Minimum Qualifications :
Minimum of B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or
equivalent technical field, from an ABET accredited institution 8
years of applicable experience and/or equivalent education in
trajectory analysis (Masters degree and 6 is also acceptable)
Strong fundamentals in flight mechanics/dynamics and simulation of
aerospace vehicles Strong fundamentals in statistical/probabilistic
analysis Familiarity with the development and optimization of 3-DOF
and/or 6-DOF trajectory simulation models Familiarity with
trajectory analysis tools such as POST, OTIS, TTK, RRAT, TAOS, STK
Astrogator, or Copernicus Familiarity with Monte Carlo (and/or
probabilistic analyses) routines and data analysis Ability to
evaluate situations critically, assess complex systems, and
navigate detailed requirements Demonstrate effective oral and
written communication skills Must work well in a collaborative,
team environment Must pay meticulous attention to detail to ensure
mission safety and success Must be a U.S. citizen and capable of
obtaining and maintaining a minimum of DoW Secret security
clearance Preferred Qualifications : Experience in developing and
optimizing 3-DOF and/or 6-DOF trajectory simulation models
Experience using trajectory analysis tools such as POST, OTIS, TTK,
RRAT, TAOS, STK Astrogator, or Copernicus Experience in
quantitative risk assessment including debris risk modeling
Experience in hypersonic trajectory modeling Familiarity with
launch licensing processes and regulations (e.g. FAA Part 450)
Familiarity with NASA and DOD Range Safety and Operational
Requirements (e.g. RCC-319, 321, 323, 324, 326, etc.) Experience in
explosive modeling and estimation Experience in building analysis
toolchains and scripts (e.g. MATLAB, Python, etc.) If you're
looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink,
outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands
it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who
disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history.
We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else
dares. Original Posting: March 19, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While
subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably
anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least
3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days
after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay
Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00 The Leidos pay range for this job
level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of
compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending
an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the
job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as
well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable
bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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