GNC Engineer
Core
Design, evaluate, select, qualify, and implement flight sensors and actuators for nanosatellite GNC systems, including simulation model development and avionics integration.
Role type
GNC/AOCS Engineer (Spacecraft Systems)
Builds
Nanosatellite GNC subsystems and avionics for Spire's satellite constellation
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Systems / Control Theory
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
spacecraft attitude dynamics, control algorithms, sensor selection (magnetometers, sun sensors, IMUs, star trackers), actuator design (reaction wheels, propulsion), 6-DOF simulation, C/Python, Linux development, hardware-in-the-loop testing
Preferred skills
Kalman filters, embedded C/C++, spacecraft assembly and integration, anomaly resolution, test campaign management
Technologies
C, Python, Linux, 6-DOF simulation environment
Responsibilities
Design and qualify flight sensors and actuators; develop and maintain simulation models; integrate avionics solutions with cross-functional teams; establish component qualification processes; troubleshoot and update avionics peripherals
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC