Spacecraft GN&C Engineer

Space Dynamics LaboratoryNorth Logan, UT

About The Position

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking talented mid to senior-level Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) Engineers to be a part of our growing technical team supporting advanced research and programs for the U.S. Government in our Strategic & Military Space Division. The Strategic & Military Space Division delivers advanced satellite and sensor systems that support the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. Our division is a key component of national security, providing technological solutions and expert mission support. Become part of a team dedicated to making a tangible contribution to our nation’s defense capabilities.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering, or a related STEM field
  • 8+ years of related experience
  • Experience and training in Astrodynamics / Orbital Mechanics
  • Experience or training in one or more of the following areas: Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO), Formation Flying, Attitude Dynamics and Controls (ADC), Spacecraft Navigation / Orbit Determination, Spacecraft Guidance / Optimization
  • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink or similar technical analysis tools
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work individually or on a small team
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Must have or be able to obtain a DoW security clearance

Nice To Haves

  • PhD in aerospace engineering or a related STEM field
  • Experience in GN&C Flight Software Development using compiled languages or auto-code techniques
  • Experience working on RPO missions
  • Experience working on Cis-Lunar and Deep Space missions
  • Experience with Hardware-in-the-loop simulation and test
  • Experience with GN&C and ADC hardware (e.g., star trackers, reaction wheels)
  • Experience with satellite ground or flight systems
  • Experience with Atlassian management tools (Confluence, JIRA, Bitbucket, etc.)
  • Understanding of communications protocols and link budgets/margin
  • Ability to lead small teams
  • Ability to provide mentoring, leadership, and experience sharing with junior engineers
  • Active DoW Top Secret/SCI clearance or current SSBI (<4 years old)

Responsibilities

  • Develops and analyzes satellite mission concepts
  • Develops and tests GN&C algorithms, models, and simulation software
  • Develops and tests GN&C flight software
  • Supports small satellite development, test, and on-orbit operations
  • Documents designs, analysis, and test results
  • Presents design, analysis, and test results to internal and external customers
  • Represents SDL at technical meetings, presentations, and symposia

Benefits

  • competitive salaries
  • comprehensive benefits package
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