Staff GNC Engineer

Lanteris Space LLC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health and welfare insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Lanteris Space LLC in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Staff Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer to independently design, analyze, and test GNC algorithms and orbital analyses for various spacecraft missions. The role requires developing GNC software components, validating MATLAB/Simulink models, and creating analysis reports.

You will collaborate across Flight Software and Systems Engineering, present findings, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to architectural decisions and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace (Space), Astronautics, Mechanical (Dynamics), Electrical (Controls), Physics (Astrodynamics, Orbits), Applied Math or related field.
• 5 years of related industry experience in spacecraft GNC systems; Master’s or PhD may count for years.
• Understanding of GNC principles and orbital mechanics.
• Experience with full lifecycle GNC development.

Responsibilities

• Independently design, analyze, and test GNC algorithms and orbital analyses.
• Develop GNC flight software components and discuss across teams.
• Create and validate MATLAB/Simulink models; generate technical documentation.
• Develop test scripts and automation tools; perform HITL testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams; mentor junior engineers.

Skills

GNC principles

Orbital mechanics

Full lifecycle development

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Space or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

C/C++

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

Julia

Git/Gitlab/Github

Linux/Windows

AWS Pipelines

Job description

Lanteris Space LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Intuitive Machines, is seeking a Staff Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer to support our GNC 300 product line in Palo Alto, CA. In this role, you will independently design, analyze, and test GNC algorithms and orbital analysis for various spacecraft missions.

Responsibilities

• Technical Analysis & Support: Independently perform analysis of spacecraft attitude control system performance
• Conduct simulation and modeling of GNC algorithms
• Analyze telemetry data from on-orbit spacecraft
• Design & Development: Develop GNC flight software components
• Create and validate MATLAB/Simulink models
• Generate technical documentation and analysis reports
• Develop test scripts and automation tools
• Contribute to architectural and design decisions
• Testing & Validation: Perform GNC hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) testing activities
• Develop sensor models (gyroscopes, star trackers, magnetometers, etc.)
• Develop actuator models (reaction wheels, CMGs, magnetic torque rods, thrusters)
• Prepare test procedures and data analysis scripts
• Document test results and investigate anomalies
• Collaboration & Mentorship: Participate in design reviews and team meetings
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Flight Software, Systems Engineering, etc.)
• Present findings to engineering teams
• Mentor junior engineers

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace (Space), Astronautics, Mechanical (Dynamics), Electrical (Controls), Physics (Astrodynamics, Orbits), Applied Math or related field (Master's preferred)
• 5 years of related industry experience in spacecraft GNC systems, Master's degree may count for 2 years of experience. PHD may count for 2 years of experience.
• Understanding of GNC principles and orbital mechanics
• Experience with full lifecycle GNC development
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with C/C++/MATLAB/Simulink/Python/Julia
• Experience with Git/Gitlab-Github, Linux/Windows, AWS Pipelines

Salary and Benefits

In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions.

The base pay for this position within California is: $117,000.00 - $195,000.00 annually. For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.

• paid time off
• health and welfare insurance
• 401(k) to eligible employees

More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We comply with disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process.