Orion GN&C Engineer — Spaceflight Software & Trajectory

GeoControl Systems, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Educational reimbursement

401K and Roth retirement benefits

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Houston is seeking an Orion GN&C Engineer to develop and evaluate safety-critical flight software for NASA's deep space explorations. The role requires collaboration with a diverse team and involves developing GN&C algorithms, conducting tests, and improving software design processes. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, experience with Kalman filters, and a solid understanding of GN&C principles and orbital mechanics. The position offers competitive health benefits, flexible schedules, and opportunities for remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in the field or a related area.
• Experience with design, verification, testing, and operation of GN&C software.
• Ability to work in a team environment with NASA civil servants and contractor employees.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate safety-critical, human rated GN&C flight software.
• Develop and test new GN&C algorithms.
• Provide recommendations for design and software development improvements.

Skills

Kalman filters

Modeling spacecraft systems performance

GN&C algorithms

6 DOF algorithms

Orbital mechanics

LINUX

Python

MATLAB

Simulink

C/C++

Git/GitLab

Microsoft Office

Artificial Intelligence

Machine Learning

Embedded software development

Agile software development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

A leading engineering solutions provider in Houston is seeking an Orion GN&C Engineer to develop and evaluate safety-critical flight software for NASA's deep space explorations. The role requires collaboration with a diverse team and involves developing GN&C algorithms, conducting tests, and improving software design processes. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, experience with Kalman filters, and a solid understanding of GN&C principles and orbital mechanics. The position offers competitive health benefits, flexible schedules, and opportunities for remote work.