GNC Engineer, RPO
Core
Designing and developing robust navigation, estimation, optimization, and scheduling algorithms for autonomous spacecraft relative proximity operations (RPO) to enable space superiority and counter threats.
Role type
GNC Engineer (Relative Proximity Operations)
Builds
Autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems / Defense
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
C++, Python, RPO mission design, statistical analysis (Monte Carlo, linear covariance), algorithm development, fault detection, trajectory optimization, estimation theory
Preferred skills
Master's or PhD in aerospace engineering, high-reliability production C/C++ code, spacecraft relative navigation, astrodynamics, planning and scheduling algorithms
Technologies
C++, Python
Responsibilities
Perform mission design activities and trade studies of RPO navigation and control architectures; Design and develop robust RPO estimation, optimization, fault detection, and scheduling algorithms; Test and verify algorithms via software and hardware in the loop simulation; Perform statistical analysis to support proximity operations performance characterization; Work with Space Operations team to integrate RPO plans and support post-flight analysis
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC