Spacecraft GNC Engineer

TSC • Washington, DC

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About The Position

FALCATA is seeking a Spacecraft GNC Engineer to support work at the Naval Research Laboratory and contribute directly to high-priority Navy missions. The role involves analyzing and designing Guidance, Navigation, and Control systems for space vehicles, including architecture for vehicle guidance and pointing systems, Monte Carlo analysis of free-flying space vehicle clusters, and development of GNC algorithms. The engineer will work closely with machine learning and autonomy experts on autonomous space vehicle operations. Proficiency in analyzing momentum-exchange devices, reaction control systems, Inertial Measurement Units, and optical guidance systems is required.

The position requires U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance; TS/SCI is preferred. FALCATA offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check, security investigation, and drug screening.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• An active Secret security clearance.
• Proficiency analyzing momentum-exchange devices and reaction control systems, Inertial Measurement Units, and optical guidance systems.
• Working knowledge of spacecraft stability analysis, quaternions, attitude determination and control, and control algorithms.
• Experience developing and applying trajectory modeling and free-body modeling.
• Knowledge of state estimation techniques such as Kalman filtering.
• Strong proficiency with data analysis tools such as MATLAB and Simulink.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• TS/SCI clearance preferred.
• Two years of experience in relevant spacecraft and/or robotic arm control systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design Guidance, Navigation, and Control systems for space vehicles.
• Architect space vehicle guidance and pointing systems.
• Perform Monte Carlo analysis of free-flying space vehicle clusters.
• Develop GNC algorithms.
• Collaborate with machine learning and autonomy experts on autonomous space vehicle operations.
• Analyze momentum-exchange devices, reaction control systems, Inertial Measurement Units, and optical guidance systems.

Benefits

• 401k Plan
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Co-Sponsored Health Plan
• Paid Leave
• Annual performance bonus eligibility
• May include equity or incentive compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed