Remote GNC Engineer: Real-Time Aerospace Systems

KBR Careers

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 133,900 - 200,800

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

KBR Careers is seeking a GNC Engineer to support design, development, testing, and real-time operation of advanced aerospace systems. The role requires strong technical depth, clear communication, and the ability to translate complex system behavior into actionable decisions.

The ideal candidate brings experience across flight dynamics, control systems, software interaction, and operational environments. Must be a U.S. citizen with readiness for remote work and contract-based engagement.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
Ten+ years of experience in GNC or a related field.
Strong foundation in orbital mechanics/astrodynamics, control systems, and state estimation.
Experience with flight software or embedded systems and real-time operational environments.
Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly and work across multidisciplinary teams.
U.S. Citizen required.
TS/SCI clearance preferred for additional qualifications.

Responsibilities

GNC System Development & Integration: Support design, analysis, and verification of guidance, navigation, and control algorithms and architecture.
Review and guide flight software design to improve system performance, robustness, and operability.
Evaluate system behavior across full mission phases (e.g., ascent, on-orbit, entry, proximity operations).
Operational Readiness & Real-Time Support: Develop and execute operational concepts for GNC systems in mission or test environments.
Monitor vehicle performance and make time-critical recommendations during dynamic operations.
Support anomaly resolution, fault response strategies, and contingency planning.
Requirements, Tools & Procedures: Define system and console requirements for monitoring and commanding GNC subsystems.
Develop operator displays, telemetry utilization strategies, and command interfaces.
Maintain flight rules, procedures, and operational documentation.
Testing & Validation: Support system-level testing (integrated labs, simulations, hardware-in-the-loop environments).
Participate in verification of telemetry, command pathways, and system responses.
Contribute to development and validation of contingency commanding capabilities.