Trajectory & GNC Engineer

Aurex • Huntsville, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Trajectory & GNC Engineer Huntsville, AL Who We Are Aurex is a mission-focused aerospace and defense company building the next frontier of deterrence. From hypersonics and missile defense to hardened networks and orbital systems, we design, test, and deliver the platforms that turn unproven ideas into battlefield-ready capability. Born in Huntsville and built for speed, Aurex brings together aerospace veterans, combat-tested operators, and forward-leaning technologists to solve problems that matter�fast. We move from whiteboard to warfighter with precision, clarity, and zero tolerance for fluff. Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) / Trajectory Engineer to join our aerospace engineering team. In this role, you will design, analyze, and optimize vehicle trajectories, ensuring mission success through precise modeling, simulation, and performance assessment. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support flight test events, system validation, and mission planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor�s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (Master�s preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in GNC and trajectory analysis for aerospace applications.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and trajectory simulation tools (e.g., POST2, TAOS, QuickShot).
• Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, flight dynamics, and control theory.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance (if applicable).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with missile defense, launch vehicles, or space systems.
• Familiarity with MDA flight test environments and mission planning.
• Knowledge of Kalman filtering, sensor fusion, and state estimation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine GNC algorithms for aerospace vehicles, including launch, re-entry, and intercept missions.
• Perform trajectory design, optimization, and simulation using industry-standard tools (e.g., POST2, MATLAB/Simulink, STK).
• Conduct Monte Carlo analyses and sensitivity studies to assess system robustness.
• Integrate GNC solutions into hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) and software-in-the-loop (SWIL) environments.
• Support flight test planning, pre-flight predictions, and post-flight data analysis.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, propulsion, and avionics teams to ensure mission requirements are met.

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards approach to compensation
• Competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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