GNC Manager

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing aerospace startup as a GNC Manager, where you will lead a high-performing team in developing cutting-edge space technologies. This role offers the chance to shape your own department, receive mentorship from a seasoned VP of Engineering, and influence the company's technical direction. If you're a hands-on GNC expert ready to step into a leadership role, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact and drive innovation in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Equity

401k

PTO

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills in GNC.
• Strong hands-on GNC background.
• Expertise in hardware-in-the-loop testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a GNC team.
• System architecture and design.
• Develop and implement GNC algorithms.

Skills

GNC algorithm development

Leadership experience

Hardware-in-the-loop testing

Job description

GNC Manager

$140,000 - $190,000 + Equity + Benefits + 401k + PTO

Denver, Colorado (Onsite with flexibility)

Are you a hands-on GNC Engineer with strong technical leadership experience, eager to shape your own department while receiving direct mentorship from a seasoned VP of Engineering?

This is a unique opportunity to build and lead a high-performing GNC team within a fast-growing aerospace startup, backed by substantial funding and driven by groundbreaking innovation.

You'll be joining a team of elite engineers, working on advanced space technologies with the freedom to make strategic decisions and influence the company's technical direction.

This position is ideal for a GNC expert ready to step into a true leadership role-offering you direct mentorship, the chance to lead high-impact projects, and ownership over team growth and technical execution.

The role:

*Lead and grow a GNC team
*System architecture and design
*GNC algorithm development and implementation

The person:

*Experienced GNC lead with proven leadership skills
*Strong hands-on GNC background (not just theoretical)
*Leadership experience
*Hardware-in-the-loop testing expertise

Reference Number: BBBH253680

To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tiernan Conlon at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.