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Senior GNC Engineer

New Zealand💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-06 → 2026-09-07

Core

Designing and optimizing trajectories, auto-sequences, and GNC algorithms for launch vehicle and suborbital missions.

Role type

Senior GNC Engineer (Mission Design & Software)

Builds

Flight software, 6DOF simulators, and optimized mission trajectories for Electron/Neutron rockets.

Domain

Aerospace / Launch Vehicles / Guidance, Navigation, and Control

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

C/C++ (embedded/high reliability), Python, MATLAB, Trajectory Optimization, Monte Carlo Analysis, 6DOF Simulation, Vehicle Parameter Modeling, Auto-sequence Design

Preferred skills

GMAT, STK, ASTOS, POST, Publications in GNC

Responsibilities

Design and verify spacecraft separation sequences; Develop and maintain GNC flight software and algorithms; Build and operate 6DOF simulators; Perform pre-flight and post-flight Monte Carlo analysis.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship

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