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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mission Systems Engineer - **Company:** True Anomaly - **Location:** Denver, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $195,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, SAP (Applications), Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Orbital Mechanics, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9172419/mission-systems-engineer ## About the Role * 8+ years of experience in mission analysis, space operations, or orbital mechanics. * Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, spacecraft dynamics, and autonomous space operations. * Hands-on experience with mission analysis tools such as STK, FreeFlyer, GMAT, or similar software. * Proficiency in simulation tools and programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C++. * Experience with mission planning and real-time mission support. * Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE * Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering * Active TS/SCI clearance * Experience in defense or classified space missions. ## Description We are looking for a Mission Systems Engineer to join our team in developing the next generation of space control systems. As a Mission Systems Engineer on the Mission Architecture team, you will be responsible for building simulation tools, conducting mission analyses, and supporting system-level engineering decisions. The Mission Systems Engineer role spans the full program execution lifecycle, from contract award through mission completion., Mission Design & Requirements Analysis: * Apply analysis and modeling techniques, including parametric analysis, to support engineering decisions in the absence of specific requirements. * Build and use system modeling and analysis capabilities to support trade studies, performance evaluations, and feasibility assessments and to inform system architecture decisions. * Lead the design, simulation, and analysis of rendezvous and proximity operations mission trajectories. * Lead the design, simulation, and analysis of constellation mission performance. * Optimize spacecraft maneuvers to achieve mission objectives while considering fuel efficiency, timing, and risk mitigation. * Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and customers. System Integration & Verification: * Oversee the integration of mission systems, ensuring seamless interaction among hardware, software, and operational components. * Coordinate with subsystem teams to troubleshoot and resolve integration challenges, ensuring mission readiness. * Support mission operations teams during testing and real-time mission execution. Modeling, Simulation & Analysis: * Apply the fundamentals of astrodynamics using software and analysis tools, including orbit propagation, orbit determination, geometric orbit analysis, and mission engineering concepts. * Develop, maintain, and apply mission engineering analysis tools to inform concept of operations development, design reference mission performance, and system trade studies. * Collaborate with subject-matter experts to ensure model fidelity captures subsystem behavior at the appropriate level. * Design parametric analyses and Monte Carlo studies to support engineering decision-making. * Conduct system performance analyses, including assessments of reliability, safety, and mission effectiveness under various environmental conditions. * Assess mission success criteria and operational risks and propose mitigation strategies. * Conduct pre-flight and post-flight mission analyses, including trajectory reconstruction and anomaly investigations. ## Related Videos - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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