Lead GNC Engineer — Autonomous Aircraft Systems

Astro Mechanica; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) program

Self-managed and flexible time-off policy

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Astro Mechanica is seeking a GNC Engineer in San Francisco, California, to develop guidance, navigation, and control systems for autonomous aircraft. Applicants should have a Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in GNC development. The role demands collaboration across engineering disciplines and includes responsibilities such as developing dynamics simulation models and supporting flight tests. Perks include comprehensive benefits and a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in GNC development for aerospace or autonomous vehicles.
• Experience in fly-by-wire control design for aircraft.
• Interest and drive to work on all aspects of GNC stack.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement guidance, navigation, and control systems for our products.
• Engage in multi-disciplinary aircraft trades and help define the overall system architecture.
• Support flight and ground test operations.

Skills

GNC development

Dynamics modeling

Simulation

Algorithm design

C++

Python

Rust

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in robotics, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering

Job description

Astro Mechanica is seeking a GNC Engineer in San Francisco, California, to develop guidance, navigation, and control systems for autonomous aircraft. Applicants should have a Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in GNC development. The role demands collaboration across engineering disciplines and includes responsibilities such as developing dynamics simulation models and supporting flight tests. Perks include comprehensive benefits and a flexible work environment.