VADeR Research Associate

Job Summary

The Colorado Center for Astrodynamics Research (CCAR), within the Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences at CU Boulder, welcomes applications for a VADeR Research Associate.

This position is expected to start as soon as possible.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Colorado Center for Astrodynamics Research (CCAR) is dedicated to the study of astrodynamics and the application of satellites to science, navigation, and remote sensing of the Earth and planets.

Hosted by the Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, CCAR was established in 1985 as a key component of the University of Colorado at Boulder’s emphasis on space science.

CCAR brings together a multidisciplinary group of faculty, staff, and students to enhance our understanding of the Earth and the solar system through satellite missions and observations.

Research emphasis areas include astrodynamics, which involves orbital and attitude motion of Earth satellites, interplanetary spacecraft, and planetary bodies;

global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) used for orbit determination, remote sensing, and vehicle navigation, and remote sensing of the Earth’s surface, gravity field, oceans, atmosphere and space.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

The successful applicant for this Research Associate position will conduct research in dynamical systems theory, sensor phenomenology, information theory, control theory, and game theory.

Tasks will include ideating algorithms / techniques, processing empirical data, publishing research, and transitioning technologies to customers.

The position will include theoretical, software, and hardware research aspects. A successful applicant will also manage undergraduates, engage with professional societies, demonstrate thought leadership, have graduate student advising opportunities, and coordinate with lab employees, researchers, and graduate students.

Minor lab logistics support may also be included in duties.

What We Can Offer

The starting salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 annually.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass.

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What We Require

PhD in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.