Senior GN&C for Space Applications

Draper • Houston, TX

2d • $82,300 - $220,000

About The Position

The Senior Autonomy, Guidance Navigation and Control Engineer develops software for cutting-edge space and defense systems used by the US Government and commercial customers as well as internal R&D projects. A Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) Engineer develops, integrates, and deploys advanced GN&C algorithms and software for systems able to operate in complex environments such as ground, air, and space. The applicant will be technically involved in various stages in the life cycle of the project from preliminary mission/system design through mission operations. The applicant should have a strong background in rendezvous and proximity operations for space vehicles with specialties in one or more of the following technical disciplines: Linear covariance analysis Rendezvous and prox-ops sensors characterization and performance analysis Rendezvous and prox-ops design and analysis Absolute and relative navigation using a variety of sensors Orbital dynamics and trajectory design Flight control design and stability analysis for space vehicle systems Additional qualifications include: GN&C flight software development and testing - preferably in graphical development environments GN&C system integration & test 6-DOF spacecraft dynamics modeling and simulation Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Requirements

• Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Autonomy and GNC algorithms and technology.
• Knowledge of real-time software development tools
• Knowledge of project execution, designing, developing, and validating real-time algorithms and software.
• Familiarity with trajectory optimization, optimal control, and similar techniques.
• Significant knowledge in the design and analysis of control systems.
• Significant knowledge of design and implementation of trajectory design/optimization algorithms including optimal control techniques.
• Strong project execution and teamwork skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to clearly communicate work assignments to team members.
• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.
• 5-10 years of Software Engineering or related experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Masters or PhD in a related field is preferred.
• GN&C flight software development and testing - preferably in graphical development environments
• GN&C system integration & test
• 6-DOF spacecraft dynamics modeling and simulation

Responsibilities

• Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design.
• Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.
• Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms.
• Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
• Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements.
• Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems.
• Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.
• Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.
• Tracks priorities, scope, schedule, and cost.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work.
• Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees