Lead GNC Engineer – Spacecraft Guidance & Control

Impulsespace; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Stock options

Job summary

Impulse Space is looking for a Principal GNC Engineer based in Boulder, Colorado. This role involves owning vehicle guidance and control systems throughout development, requiring 15+ years of experience in spacecraft control design. Proficiency in Matlab and C++ is essential. Candidates will collaborate with team members to create systems for high-performance space vehicles, with additional responsibilities including mentoring and tool development. The position includes competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in spacecraft control design and analysis.
• Proficient in performing control analysis in time and frequency domains.
• Experience in spacecraft operations and GNC design processes.

Responsibilities

• Architect GNC flight, test, and analysis systems for high-performance space vehicles.
• Develop robust control algorithms for spacecraft.
• Mentor other engineers and define best practices for vehicle control systems.

Skills

Matlab

C++

Spacecraft control design

Control analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or related

Job description

Impulse Space is looking for a Principal GNC Engineer based in Boulder, Colorado. This role involves owning vehicle guidance and control systems throughout development, requiring 15+ years of experience in spacecraft control design. Proficiency in Matlab and C++ is essential. Candidates will collaborate with team members to create systems for high-performance space vehicles, with additional responsibilities including mentoring and tool development. The position includes competitive compensation and benefits.