Lead GNC Engineer: Spacecraft Attitude & Orbit Control

K2Spacecorporation; United States; On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Job summary

K2Spacecorporation is seeking a Principal GNC engineer to drive the spacecraft GNC architecture. In this role, you’ll be responsible for developing algorithms and ensuring flight readiness for groundbreaking satellite technology.

The compensation includes a base salary between $190,000 and $260,000 along with equity and a comprehensive benefits package. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have relevant skills, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Experience with GNC actuator or sensor sizing.
• Proficiency in attitude control and/or estimation algorithms.
• Background in verification and validation of GNC flight software.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel vehicle architecture with engineering leads.
• Create precise pointing algorithms for large structures.
• Build simulation tools for vehicle and GNC trade studies.

Skills

GNC actuator or sensor sizing

Attitude control algorithms on spacecraft

Verification of GNC flight software

Clean sheet design work

Python, Julia, C/C++, or Matlab

Job description

K2Spacecorporation is seeking a Principal GNC engineer to drive the spacecraft GNC architecture. In this role, you’ll be responsible for developing algorithms and ensuring flight readiness for groundbreaking satellite technology.

The compensation includes a base salary between $190,000 and $260,000 along with equity and a comprehensive benefits package. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have relevant skills, we encourage you to apply!