Senior GNC Engineer - Spacecraft Guidance & Control

Space Kinetic Corp.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity-Based Compensation

Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure

Health and Wellness Stipend

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Space Kinetic Corp. is seeking a Principal Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer to lead the GNC subsystem development for innovative space operations. This role involves developing algorithms for deployment, ensuring seamless integration across systems, and achieving mission-critical objectives.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace engineering, particularly in GNC, with a proven track record in spacecraft and satellite operations. This position is based in El Segundo, California, with potential domestic travel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of GNC experience.
• Experience in spacecraft and satellite development.
• Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead GNC subsystem development life cycle.
• Develop algorithms for FSW.
• Collaborate with subcontractors for integration.

Skills

GNC experience

Project lifecycle experience

Cross-functional teamwork

Hardware in the Loop testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Flight software frameworks (e.g., NASA cFS, F’ FPrime)

Job description

Space Kinetic Corp. is seeking a Principal Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer to lead the GNC subsystem development for innovative space operations. This role involves developing algorithms for deployment, ensuring seamless integration across systems, and achieving mission-critical objectives.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace engineering, particularly in GNC, with a proven track record in spacecraft and satellite operations. This position is based in El Segundo, California, with potential domestic travel.