GNC Engineer - Trajectory Design and Guidance Engineer
Core
Core driver of spacecraft orbital and guidance systems, executing low thrust trajectory optimization, mission planning, and GNC algorithms for large-scale satellite missions from LEO to Mars.
Role type
Senior GNC Engineer (Trajectory Design and Guidance)
Builds
K2 satellite trajectory optimization tooling, mission design capabilities, and core GNC algorithms for autonomous burn execution and station keeping.
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Systems / Deep Space Exploration
Required skills
Low-thrust trajectory design, Precise orbit determination (OD), Orbit guidance and control algorithms, Mission design (Earth-centric and interplanetary), Algorithm development and simulation, Python/Julia/C/C++/Rust proficiency, Team leadership and mentoring
Preferred skills
Early-stage spacecraft conceptual design, Low-thrust station-keeping algorithm development, Thruster sizing and implementation, Satellite constellation development, On-orbit satellite operations, 6-DOF simulation development
Technologies
Python, Julia, C/C++, Rust, Hall Effect Thrusters, 6-DOF simulation tools
Responsibilities
Develop novel algorithms for precise orbit determination and station-keeping of large structures in Earth orbit and beyond, Design low thrust trajectories for MEO, GEO, Cis-Lunar, and Mars missions using Hall Effect Thrusters, Develop simulation and modeling tools to support vehicle and GNC trade studies, Collaborate on high-level vehicle mission plans, Recruit, interview, and mentor GNC team engineers, Support on-orbit operations for multiple K2 spacecraft
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
