AOCS Guidance, Navigation and Control Engineer (Senior)

We are looking for a Senior Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer to join our AOCS team. As a Senior GNC Engineer, you will have technical ownership over the GNC subsystem for our next generation of spacecraft. You will contribute to the entire development lifecycle, from initial concept and design to hands-on integration, testing, and on-orbit support.

Requirements

• Translate high level requirements into GNC software requirements within hardware limitations.
• Perform system simulations, develop and test flight software.
• Define the GNC system architecture, perform trade studies, and select hardware components like sensors and actuators to meet mission requirements.
• Design, implement, and test core GNC algorithms for attitude estimation, flight control, and orbital guidance.
• Lead the integration and testing of the GNC subsystem, using a combination of Model-in-the-Loop (MIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulations.
• Play a key role in the launch, commissioning, and ongoing operations of the AOCS, including analyzing telemetry and resolving anomalies.
• Work closely with other engineering teams and provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Offer tier 3 support during commissioning and operations of GNC flight software.
• Evaluate algorithm performance statistically.
• Assess statistical estimation errors to drive future improvement developments to meet our current products.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance