Optical GNC Engineer for Spacecraft | Star Tracker Systems

Impulsespace; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Stock options

Job summary

Impulse Space in Redondo Beach, California, is looking for a GNC Engineer specializing in Optical Systems. This role involves owning technical aspects of star trackers and optical navigation systems within a fast-paced team environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, over 2 years of experience in image processing, and proficiency in Matlab and C++. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $125,000 to $155,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in image processing and optical analysis.
• Demonstrated experience with camera systems and fundamentals of attitude determination.
• Experience with sensor noise modeling and photometric calibration.

Responsibilities

• Implement GNC flight artifacts for high-performance optical systems.
• Develop algorithms for star trackers and imaging systems.
• Support relative navigation through imaging systems.
• Communicate design needs to the engineering team.
• Mentor other engineers for senior positions.

Skills

Image processing

Optical analysis

Matlab

C++

Camera systems

Sensor noise modeling

Photometric calibration

Low-light imaging

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline

Job description

Impulse Space in Redondo Beach, California, is looking for a GNC Engineer specializing in Optical Systems. This role involves owning technical aspects of star trackers and optical navigation systems within a fast-paced team environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, over 2 years of experience in image processing, and proficiency in Matlab and C++. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $125,000 to $155,000 annually.