Senior Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer

About the role

A New Paradigm For Space Operations.

What You'll Do

The Senior Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer will lead the GNC subsystem development life cycle of Space Kinetic's platform. From concept development through mission operations, the Senior GNC engineer will be responsible for developing algorithms that can be implemented in FSW, tested in simulation / hardware environments, and monitored in flight.

• The Senior GNC Engineer will be responsible for the overall subsystem development schedule to include both hardware and software elements. The Senior GNC Engineer will work closely with other system elements to define interface requirements the GNC system.
• The Senior GNC Engineer will collaborate closely with subcontractors to ensure seamless integration and performance of the GNC system across all external and internal interfaces.

• Architect and implement a novel GNC design for a unique spacecraft platform
• Work with subcontractors to develop and integrate GNC software and hardware
• Own GNC subsystem level requirements
• Design of algorithms for FSW development
• Creates / Contributes to ground tools for constellation management
• Owns GNC component level hardware trades and selection
• Owns GNC level Verification and Validation (V&V) activities
• Conducts GNC design analysis and Monte Carlo simulations
• Supports / conducts hardware in the loop verification in system testbeds
• Support internal and external design reviews
• Works with senior management for GNC schedule and key milestones.

What It Takes

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering along with 3+ years of GNC experience.
• Prior Spacecraft and Satellite Development and Operations experience.
• Experience working cross functionally across subsystems to accomplish mission requirements.
• Prior experience directly interfacing with aerospace customers in the commercial or government sectors.
• End to End project lifecycle experience.
• Hardware in the Loop testing experience to validate GNC models.
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder).
• Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance is required.

What We'd Love

• Master's degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with flight software frameworks (e.g., NASA cFS, F' FPrime, or custom architectures).
• Familiarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and interface control documentation.

Where You'll Be

• The position is onsite at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA. Domestic travel may be required (up to ~20% of the year).

What We Offer

• Equity-Based Compensation
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3.5% company match
• Highly Competitive PTO
• Paid company holidays + winter break
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here