GNC Engineer — Satellite Guidance & Control (ADCS)

Starcloud; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Starcloud, Inc. is seeking a GNC Engineer to own the ADCS of our in-orbit data centers, developing algorithms, simulations, and production code with a strong foundation in orbital mechanics.

You will analyze performance, participate in reviews to ensure high-quality software, and support on-call operations to keep the satellite network operating at peak efficiency. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in CS/AE/Physics and hands-on experience in spacecraft GNC software, with deep knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related engineering discipline.
• Experience in developing, debugging, and deploying software for spacecraft GNC.
• Deep understanding of orbital mechanics, including low thrust trajectory optimization and stationkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement high-reliability and high-performance GNC algorithms, simulations, tools, and dashboards.
• Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews to ensure high-quality software solutions.
• Conduct data analysis to review performance metrics from the satellite constellation and network.
• Produce detailed technical documentation for programs, algorithms, and analytical methods.
• Support on-call operations rotation, commanding satellites, and reviewing network data to maintain optimal network performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance GNC system performance and integration.
• Perform constellation design and optimization, fleet management, and orbit transfer automation.
• Conduct constellation- and network-level analysis of existing and proposed satellite systems.

Skills

GNC software development

Orbital mechanics

State estimation

Simulation

Code reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree: CS/AE/Physics

Tools

GNSS

Radio navigation

Job description

Starcloud, Inc. is seeking a GNC Engineer to own the ADCS of our in-orbit data centers, developing algorithms, simulations, and production code with a strong foundation in orbital mechanics.

You will analyze performance, participate in reviews to ensure high-quality software, and support on-call operations to keep the satellite network operating at peak efficiency. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in CS/AE/Physics and hands-on experience in spacecraft GNC software, with deep knowledge of