Orbital Determination GNC Engineer - Starlink Impact

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 122,500 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Long-term incentives

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SpaceX is looking for a GNC Engineer, Orbit Determination in Redmond, WA to enhance space surveillance efforts for the Starlink constellation. This individual will maintain orbit determination tools, develop image processing algorithms, and support real-time mission operations decision-making. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering or related field along with experience in Python or C++. Preferred qualifications include advanced degrees and expertise in orbital modeling and data analysis techniques. SpaceX offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and an exciting work environment in the space industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, physics, computer science, or other STEM discipline.
• Experience in software development using Python or C++.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, update, and operate orbit determination tools for collision avoidance.
• Develop imaging processing algorithms for object detection.
• Collaborate closely with mission operations teams for real-time decision-making.
• Improve system performance with algorithm updates for accuracy.

Skills

Expertise in orbit determination

Experience in software development (Python or C++)

Strong background in orbital modeling

Proficiency in measurement and sensor handling

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, physics, computer science or related field

Tools

Python

C++

Git

Job description

SpaceX is looking for a GNC Engineer, Orbit Determination in Redmond, WA to enhance space surveillance efforts for the Starlink constellation. This individual will maintain orbit determination tools, develop image processing algorithms, and support real-time mission operations decision-making. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering or related field along with experience in Python or C++. Preferred qualifications include advanced degrees and expertise in orbital modeling and data analysis techniques. SpaceX offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and an exciting work environment in the space industry.