Senior GNC Engineer

• Architect the GNC system through selection of sensors, actuators, algorithms, and trajectories
• Generate and perform simulation and analysis through first principles calculations, scratch written MATLAB simulations, and full system C++ and Simulink simulations
• Develop mission modes and state machines for a fault tolerant system
• Develop ADCS algorithms for on-orbit mission components
• Develop navigation, controls, and trajectory optimization algorithms for hypersonic, supersonic, and subsonic flight
• Assist flight software with implementing GNC software onto onboard systems
• Perform and direct mission planning and development of test procedures
• Support business development teams on regulatory framework, customer mission design, etc.

What It Takes: 

• Experience with full mission lifecycle for the GNC system of a flight or space vehicle
• Performed high level trade studies for vehicle design
• Experience with vehicles that operate both in and out of the atmosphere (Spacecraft + Aircraft, Rocket, Re-entry Capsule, Shuttle, Spaceplane, Missile, etc.)
• Strong familiarity with and ability to develop algorithms for estimation, attitude control, and high thrust trajectory maneuvers
• Proficiency with MATLAB and familiarity with C++
• Strong mathematical background with an ability to learn quickly and effectively
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced start-up-like environment

What We’d Love: 

• Masters degree or higher in aerospace, physics or related field
• Familiarity with trajectory optimization and online optimization tools and techniques
• Experience with hypersonic vehicles

Where You’ll Be:

• Our office headquarters is located in Torrance, CA.  All jobs require you to work onsite unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• If working remote is an option, other major metropolitan locations in the U.S. with relevance to the space industry may be possible.
• Travel may be required (up to 30%) for this role.

The California annual base salary for this role is currently $150,000 - $180,000.  Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.  Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity.