Lead Spacecraft Navigation Engineer for Moon Missions

Redcanyonsoftware; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Redcanyonsoftware is looking for a Senior Navigation Engineer in Westminster, Colorado, leading innovation in space navigation. The ideal candidate will drive spacecraft navigation efforts and mentor junior engineers.

This role requires extensive experience in spacecraft navigation, the ability to develop advanced navigation tools, and strong communication skills. Candidates must be U.S. persons authorized to work without sponsorship and familiar with navigation challenges in deep space.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of professional experience in spacecraft navigation or related roles.
• Demonstrated leadership of navigation tasks and OD campaigns.
• Significant experience with navigation tools in flight or flight-like applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead spacecraft navigation for all mission phases.
• Develop and validate advanced Kalman filter configurations.
• Mentor junior navigation engineers in best practices.

Skills

Spacecraft navigation

Kalman filters

Orbit determination

Astrodynamics tools (MONTE, FreeFlyer)

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Master’s or PhD in related fields

Tools

MONTE

FreeFlyer

ODTK

GMAT

STK

Job description

Redcanyonsoftware is looking for a Senior Navigation Engineer in Westminster, Colorado, leading innovation in space navigation. The ideal candidate will drive spacecraft navigation efforts and mentor junior engineers.

This role requires extensive experience in spacecraft navigation, the ability to develop advanced navigation tools, and strong communication skills. Candidates must be U.S. persons authorized to work without sponsorship and familiar with navigation challenges in deep space.