GNC Engineer

Stoke Space • Kent, WA

3d • $109,725 - $193,620

About The Position

As a core member of a small, agile GNC team, the GNC Engineer works on launch vehicle and spacecraft dynamics and control, including launch into orbit, orbital maneuvering, and reentry to a precise landing location. The role owns GNC algorithms and trajectory designs from early architecture definition through qualification testing and flight operations, and works closely with the vehicle hardware design team to develop vehicle control devices and set system-level interfaces. Candidates should be prepared to stay focused, move quickly, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or a similar field.
• At least 2 years of relevant industry experience; a PhD in aerospace engineering or a similar field is considered experience.
• Exceptional command of feedback control system design fundamentals.
• Familiarity with orbital mechanics and orbital trajectory design fundamentals.
• Experience designing and validating guidance, navigation, and control algorithms.
• Experience with simulation and modeling of physical systems.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead and follow.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (current Green Card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), due to ITAR requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or PhD in aerospace engineering or a similar field.

Responsibilities

• Develop software capabilities, including algorithms for vehicle guidance, attitude control, engine control, and state estimation.
• Develop and validate vehicle and environment models to simulate GNC algorithm performance and robustness.
• Ensure system quality and performance through rigorous testing.
• Conduct Monte Carlo analysis of nominal and failure cases to evaluate vehicle performance and flight safety.
• Document GNC algorithm and plant model verification and validation for regulatory approval and customer mission assurance insight.
• Oversee new customer trajectory designs and mission capabilities from conception through flight.

Benefits

• Equity in the form of stock options for all full-time employees.
• Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• 4 weeks’ paid time off.
• 11 holidays, including an end-of-year closure.
• Paid parental leave.
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend, depending on location.
• Dog-friendly offices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level