R&D Verification Engineer - Aerospace & Astrodynamics (Exton, PA)

Requisition # :  17123

Ansys is now a part of Synopsys. Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq : SNPS) accelerates technology innovation from silicon to systems. Catalyzing the era of pervasive intelligence, we deliver design solutions, from electronic design automation to silicon IP, to system design and multiphysics simulation and analysis. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow. Learn more at www.synopsys.com.

Summary / Role Purpose

The R&D Verification Engineer joins the Digital Mission Engineering business unit to perform software testing and quality assurance on industry-leading aerospace simulation tools including Systems Tool Kit (STK), Orbit Determination Tool Kit (ODTK), and Test & Evaluation Tool Kit (TETK). This role is ideal for an aerospace engineer with a strong foundation in astrodynamics, who is passionate about ensuring mission-critical software tools are robust, accurate, and aligned with user needs.

The engineer will assess functionality, performance, and usability of complex space and defense modeling tools used by engineers, analysts, and mission planners. This includes verifying orbital mechanics models, satellite mission simulations, maneuver planning, and space situational awareness capabilities. The role also contributes to internal test infrastructure, automated testing processes, and tool development.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Design and execute test plans for orbital mechanics and aerospace mission simulations

Apply technical expertise and engineering background to test design and decision making

Perform functional, regression, performance, and API testing in both manual and automated environments

Collaborate with developers and domain experts to validate astrodynamics algorithms and mission modeling features

Automate test activities at the application and systems levels, focusing on space mission use cases

Expand test coverage of aerospace-specific functionality (e.g., orbit propagation, satellite tracking, maneuver planning)

Monitor test results, investigate failures, and perform root cause analysis

Support quality initiatives and ensure product requirements and industry standards are met

Minimum Education / Certification Requirements and Experience

BS in Aerospace Engineering, Astronautics, Systems Engineering, or related field

Coursework or experience in astrodynamics, orbital mechanics, or space systems

Programming experience in Python, C#, and / or Java

Understanding of satellite operations, mission design, or orbit determination concepts

Willing and able to work with both Windows and Linux environments

Exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

Excellent collaboration, communication, and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

Experience with STK, ODTK, or similar aerospace modeling tools

Familiarity with automated test frameworks such as NUnit or JUnit

Experience with CI / CD practices and version control tools

Scripting experience in Perl or other scripting languages

Interest in advancing the quality and reliability of aerospace simulation software

Rewards and Benefits :

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

At Ansys, part of Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.

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