Principal GNC Engineer: Spacecraft Autonomy, Equity, PTO

Varda Space Industries; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Unlimited PTO

Lunch and snacks provided

Equity in a space startup

Job summary

Varda Space Industries, based in El Segundo, California, seeks a Principal Guidance, Navigation, and Controls Engineer. This pivotal role involves owning the full lifecycle of GNC development, from design to flight testing. You'll utilize advanced simulations to drive critical architectural decisions and perform robust analyses.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace engineering, particularly in designing and controlling GNC systems, with strong programming skills in C++ and Python. Join us in building a thriving in-space ecosystem.

Qualifications

• 10+ proven years of experience or Ph.D. with 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge in aerospace guidance, navigation, and control systems.
• Understanding of orbital mechanics and software development.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement autonomous satellite attitude control algorithms.
• Perform trajectory design and optimization for space capsule reentry.
• Run Monte Carlo analysis to characterize new vehicle capabilities.

Skills

C++/Python

Modeling and simulation

Aerospace guidance systems

Excellent communication

Education

B.S. degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering, or related field

Ph.D. with 7+ years relevant experience

Tools

GMAT

Matlab/Simulink

Job description

Varda Space Industries, based in El Segundo, California, seeks a Principal Guidance, Navigation, and Controls Engineer. This pivotal role involves owning the full lifecycle of GNC development, from design to flight testing. You'll utilize advanced simulations to drive critical architectural decisions and perform robust analyses.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace engineering, particularly in designing and controlling GNC systems, with strong programming skills in C++ and Python. Join us in building a thriving in-space ecosystem.