Senior GNC Engineer
Core
Own guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) algorithms and architecture for a constellation-ready spacecraft bus featuring a CMG-based attitude control system.
Role type
Senior GNC Engineer (Spacecraft ADCS)
Builds
Constellation-ready spacecraft bus with high-power payload capabilities
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems / Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
GNC algorithm development, 6DOF simulation, CMG steering law design, pointing budget allocation, HITL test environment design, dynamics and controls fundamentals, sensor suite definition, momentum management
Preferred skills
CMG experience (pyramid configuration, singularity avoidance), LEO momentum management, star tracker/IMU selection, GNC flight software implementation, agile small-sat development
Technologies
GTsim, 6DOF physics sim, CMG, reaction wheels, star tracker, IMU, GNSS receiver
Responsibilities
Define ADCS architecture and sensor suite selection; Develop GNC algorithms for attitude determination and control; Own pointing budget allocation; Build and validate 6DOF simulation environment; Define CMG and sensor performance requirements; Support CMG bring-up and commission HITL lab; Engage with payload customers on pointing requirements; Assess flexible body dynamics and structural coupling; Run Monte Carlo analysis for flight readiness.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC