Senior GNC Systems Engineer — Launch & Reentry

Blue Origin LLC; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Education support program

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in California is seeking a GNC Systems Engineer to design, analyze, and verify guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for launch and reentry vehicles. You will work across disciplines to ensure performance and reliability of trajectory control systems.

The role requires a solid aerospace engineering background, 5+ years in GNC, and strong MATLAB/Simulink experience, with preferred exposure to C/C++ and Python. A culture of safety and collaboration is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in GNC systems design, development, and analysis.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and simulate GNC algorithms for launch and reentry vehicles.
• Develop and analyze trajectories from pre-launch to landing/splashdown.
• Perform trade studies to optimize GNC system design and performance.
• Develop and execute GNC verification and validation plans.
• Support integration and testing of GNC hardware and software.
• Analyze flight data to assess GNC performance and identify improvements.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to ensure successful vehicle design.

Skills

MATLAB

Simulink

GNC design

Trajectory analysis

Communication

Python

C/C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Electrical/Mechanical

Tools

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Blue Origin LLC in California is seeking a GNC Systems Engineer to design, analyze, and verify guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for launch and reentry vehicles. You will work across disciplines to ensure performance and reliability of trajectory control systems.

The role requires a solid aerospace engineering background, 5+ years in GNC, and strong MATLAB/Simulink experience, with preferred exposure to C/C++ and Python. A culture of safety and collaboration is emphasized.