Senior Guidance Navigation & Control for Space Applications

Job Description

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 problematic areas.
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.

Skills/Abilities

• 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.
• 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.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Masters or PhD in a related field is preferred.

Experience

• 5-10 years of Software Engineering or related experience is required.

Additional Job Description

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

• GN&C flight software development and testing - preferably in graphical development environments.
• GN&C system integration & test.
• 6-DOF spacecraft dynamics modeling and simulation.

Pay

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $82,300.00 - $220,000.00. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Location

Job Location - City: Houston
Job Location - State: Texas
Job Location - Postal Code: 77058-2900