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Galaxy Technology Hires LLC

GNC Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

GNC Engineer Austin, TX Area - Relocation Assistance Provided The Company Our client is a fast-growing commercial space startup providing comprehensive services, from launch to in-orbit operations.

Amazon

System Test HW Engineer, Amazon LEO

Austin, TX · On-site

Amazon LEO is expanding global broadband access through a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites. You will be part of a team that works on cutting edge silicon design - chips engineered to ...

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Cedarparktexasedc

Principal ADCS Engineer

Cedar Park, TX · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

... orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for ... SUMMARY As a Principal ADCS Engineer at Firefly, you will serve as a technical authority on ...

SpaceX

Solar Cell Reliability Engineer (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX · On-site

$101K - $128K/yr

Support flight anomaly investigation and on-orbit performance trending; update models and test strategies as flight data matures. * Mentor technicians and junior engineers; set lab culture for rigor ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for orbit engineer in Austin, TX is $106,339.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,700.00 and $134,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Orbit Engineer vs Satellite Systems Engineer?

AspectOrbit EngineerSatellite Systems Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering; often requires experience in orbital mechanicsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering; certifications in satellite design are common
Work EnvironmentDesigning and analyzing orbital trajectories, working with mission planning teamsDeveloping satellite hardware/software, testing, and integration
Industry UsagePrimarily in aerospace agencies, satellite operators, and space mission companiesSatellite manufacturing firms, aerospace companies, and defense contractors

Orbit Engineers focus on orbital mechanics, trajectory analysis, and mission planning, while Satellite Systems Engineers work on satellite hardware, software, and system integration. Both roles are essential in satellite missions but differ in their core responsibilities and expertise areas.

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Infographic showing various Orbit Engineer job openings in Austin, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $106,339 per year, or $51.1 per hour.

Flight Dynamics Engineer

Galaxy Technology Hires LLC

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Flight Dynamics Engineer
Austin, TX Area - Relocation Assistance Provided
The Company
Our client is a fast-growing commercial space startup providing comprehensive services, from launch to in-orbit operations. They have a proven track record of successful launch vehicles and spacecraft and are actively developing their next-generation technologies to support government and commercial missions, from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond.
The Job
As a Flight Dynamics Engineer, you'll apply your expertise in astrodynamics, orbit determination, and trajectory optimization to drive the success of groundbreaking space missions. In this dynamic role, you'll take the lead in designing cutting-edge software tools and innovative procedures that power the operation of both Earth-orbiting and interplanetary spacecraft. Collaborating with a tight-knit, high-energy team, you'll have the opportunity to shape mission outcomes and communicate vital mission analysis to diverse groups of stakeholders, all while making a real impact in the fast-paced world of space exploration.
Functions
  • Use ranging techniques to perform orbit determination of spacecraft
  • Design, analyze, and execute orbital maneuvers for spacecraft
  • Advance the state-of-the-art in-house tools and software for trajectory design, maneuver planning, and orbit determination
  • Define, develop, and maintain the interfaces between a flight dynamics system and other components of ground-based operations, as well as external data providers
  • Utilize Monte Carlo techniques for maneuver-planning and trajectory analysis
  • Cross-train other team members in the use of operational software and procedures
  • Perform occasional shift work and on-call support for launch and early orbit phase operations or collision avoidance maneuver planning

Qualifications
  • A Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics and 5+ years of relevant work experience
  • An advanced understanding of orbital mechanics
  • Significant work experience in astrodynamics, orbit determination, or trajectory optimization
  • Experience working in an operational environment, especially with spacecraft missions requiring real-time orbit determination and maneuver planning
  • Proficiency or familiarity with Python
  • Experience with version-control software
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

Preferred Skills
  • Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in engineering or physics and 10 years of relevant work experience
  • Demonstrated professional experience as a Flight Dynamics Engineer on operational spacecraft missions
  • Experience with pre-launch activities and launch campaigns for spacecraft
  • Proficiency or familiarity with Linux
  • Familiarity with Agile Software Development Processes, Git, and Git workflows
  • Experience performing orbit determination in ODTK
  • Experience performing trajectory design in STK or GMAT
  • Familiarity with DSN tracking data interface and documentation
  • Familiarity with SPICE kernels and interfacing toolkit

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status

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