<p>RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <ul> <li>Own all aspects of GNC system development, from overall vehicle design and algorithms to hardware testing and operations </li><li>Design, test, and validate GNC Flight Software and systems for spacecraft operating in LEO, GEO, and Cislunar environments </li><li>Conduct trade studies and provide design recommendations for GNC components such as reaction wheels, torque rods, thrusters, star trackers, sun sensors, and rate sensors </li><li>Develop GNC algorithms, implement them in flight software, and verify they meet performance and robustness requirements via simulation and Monte Carlo analysis </li><li>Design, implement, and improve high fidelity 6DOF simulations for use in software and hardware in the loop environments </li><li>Utilize and improve upon frequency domain controls analysis tools to ensure stability and performance margins </li><li>Work cross-functionally with engineers across various disciplines </li><li>Support on-orbit vehicle commissioning and anomaly resolution </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or equivalent discipline </li><li>Experienced with C++ and Python </li><li>2+ years experience developing GNC systems for space applications </li><li>Basic understanding of spacecraft GNC architecture and hardware components </li><li>Experience with closed-loop control, orbital maneuvering, filtering, state estimation, fault management, and software development </li><li>Strong understanding of physics, attitude dynamics, orbital mechanics, and software development principles </li><li>Demonstrated ability to work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team with minimal requirements input or management oversight </li></ul> <p>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE</p> <ul> <li>Master's degree in aerospace engineering or equivalent discipline </li><li>4+ years experience developing and/or producing GNC systems for space applications </li><li>Experience developing simulation environments for spaceflight physics </li><li>Experience with flight operations and solving problems real-time on console </li><li>Experience performing line of sight performance analysis such as jitter, smear, and pointing accuracy </li><li>Experience doing hands-on GNC hardware testing </li></ul> <p>COMPENSATION</p> <ul> <li>California Base Salary: $105,000-140,000 for GNC Engineer I; $130,000-175,000 for GNC Engineer II </li><li>Colorado Base Salary: $100,000-135,000 for GNC Engineer I; $125,000-170,000 for GNC Engineer II </li><li>Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave </li></ul> <p>Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.</p> <p>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS</p> <ul> <li>Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance. </li><li>Work Location-Successful candidates will be located near Denver,CO or Long Beach, CA. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site. </li><li>Work environment-the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job. </li><li>Physical demands-the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving. </li></ul> <p>This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.</p> <p>#LI-Hybrid</p>