GNC Engineer — Spacecraft Guidance & Flight Control

Lumicity; California (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Equity options

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

A pioneering space technology firm is seeking a GNC Engineer to lead in developing algorithms, software, and logic for spacecraft systems. This role involves designing GNC algorithms, developing simulations, and close collaboration with avionics teams. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree, proficiency in control theory, and programming skills in Python or C++. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in classical and modern control theory.
• Experience with state estimation techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C++.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement GNC algorithms including state estimation, attitude determination, and control laws.
• Develop and maintain high-fidelity simulation environments.
• Perform mission and trajectory analysis for spacecraft maneuvers.

Skills

Strong background in classical and modern control theory

Experience with state estimation (e.g., Kalman filtering, EKF/UKF)

Proficiency in Python, C++, and/or MATLAB/Simulink

Excellent problem-solving ability

Ability to thrive in a small-team environment

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Applied Mathematics, or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

A pioneering space technology firm is seeking a GNC Engineer to lead in developing algorithms, software, and logic for spacecraft systems. This role involves designing GNC algorithms, developing simulations, and close collaboration with avionics teams. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree, proficiency in control theory, and programming skills in Python or C++. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment.