Senior Space Navigation & Algorithms Engineer

Inuplands; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 82,300 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible workplace programs

Employee clubs and workshops

Discounts to local museums and activities

Job summary

A leading research and development company in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Senior Space and Strategic Navigation Engineer to develop advanced software for space and defense systems. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering and 5-10 years of software engineering experience. Successful candidates will have strong programming skills in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, and C/C++, along with excellent analytical and communication capabilities. This position supports a collaborative culture with an emphasis on work-life balance and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of Software Engineering or related experience.
• Strong project execution and teamwork skills.
• Ability to communicate work assignments to team members.

Responsibilities

• Develops software for space and defense systems.
• Designs algorithms and embedded software.
• Communicates with stakeholders on requirements.

Skills

Programming in MATLAB

Simulink

Python

C/C++

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Autonomy and GNC algorithms knowledge

Real-time software development

Trajectory optimization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Master's or PhD in a related field

Job description

A leading research and development company in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Senior Space and Strategic Navigation Engineer to develop advanced software for space and defense systems. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering and 5-10 years of software engineering experience. Successful candidates will have strong programming skills in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, and C/C++, along with excellent analytical and communication capabilities. This position supports a collaborative culture with an emphasis on work-life balance and inclusivity.