Head of Simulation
Location
Long Beach, CA
Level
VP / Executive
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
$175,000 - $240,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-10-17
Responsibilities
- Own the simulation architecture and roadmap for spacecraft design and operations.
- Develop a digital twin ecosystem for modeling spacecraft behavior throughout the lifecycle.
- Validate and refine simulation models using on-orbit data and test results.
- Lead the development of scalable, physics-based models for software and subsystem design.
- Integrate engineering toolchains and operational interfaces for simulation-driven decision-making.
- Collaborate with product teams to enhance situational awareness and training capabilities.
- Build and mentor a high-performing team in modeling, simulation, and software engineering.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in aerospace, systems, or software engineering.
- 10+ years of experience in simulation and modeling frameworks for complex systems.
- Strong foundation in physics-based modeling and simulation validation.
- Expertise in integrating simulations into engineering and operational environments.
- Proficiency in Python and familiarity with C++ or Rust.
- Knowledge of orbital mechanics and satellite system design.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary technical teams.
