GNC Systems Engineer III: Launch & Reentry Trajectory

InvestedintheMission; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Stock options

Paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a GNC Systems Engineer to design, implement and verify Guidance, Navigation, and Control for launch and reentry systems. You will contribute to trajectory development, system verification, and data-driven performance improvements.

The role emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration with mechanical, electrical, and software teams, and requires strong MATLAB/Simulink skills, plus experience with launch vehicle dynamics and control theory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in GNC systems design, development, and analysis.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, or similar simulation and analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and simulate GNC algorithms for launch and reentry vehicles.
• Develop and analyze vehicle trajectories, from pre-launch to landing/splashdown.
• Perform trade studies to optimize vehicle performance and GNC system design.
• Develop and execute GNC system verification and validation plans.
• Support the integration and testing of GNC hardware and software.
• Analyze flight data to assess GNC system performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure a successful vehicle design.

Skills

MATLAB

Simulink

C

C++

Python

Communication skills

GNC theory

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace or related field

Master's or PhD in aerospace or related field

Tools

GMN tooling

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a GNC Systems Engineer to design, implement and verify Guidance, Navigation, and Control for launch and reentry systems. You will contribute to trajectory development, system verification, and data-driven performance improvements.

The role emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration with mechanical, electrical, and software teams, and requires strong MATLAB/Simulink skills, plus experience with launch vehicle dynamics and control theory.