Senior/Principal Navigation Engineer, Spacecraft
Core
Architect vision-based navigation systems for autonomous spacecraft missions, enabling dynamic space operations like maneuvering and refueling.
Role type
Senior/Principal Navigation Engineer (Spacecraft)
Builds
Vision-based navigation architecture for SDA/RPOD missions
Domain
Aerospace, Robotics, Computer Vision
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Computer vision (SLAM, visual odometry, feature detection), State estimation, Python, C++, Algorithm deployment to flight-like systems, Technical project leadership
Preferred skills
Space-based navigation (RPOD, planetary landing, SSA/SDA), Multi-sensor fusion (IMU, cameras, LiDAR), OpenCV, ROS, Spacecraft dynamics, GNC systems, Simulation tools
Technologies
Python, C++, OpenCV, ROS
Responsibilities
Define and evaluate algorithms for pose estimation, feature tracking, and sensor fusion; Build prototype CV pipelines for onboard and simulation environments; Lead integration of camera systems with GNC stack; Develop and validate perception algorithms using synthetic and real datasets; Stand up simulation environments for camera modeling and scene generation; Drive integration and testing of navigation solutions within full system
Seniority
Senior/Principal, hands-on IC
