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Sierra Space · 2 weeks ago

Guidance, Navigation and Control Engineer III (Clearance Required)

Centennial, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$116K/yr - $160K/yr

5+ years exp

Sierra Space is a company that envisions a future where humanity lives and works in space. As a Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer III, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced systems for aerospace vehicles, while also mentoring junior engineers.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceIndustrial ManufacturingSpace TravelTransportation

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and implementation of guidance, navigation, and control systems for aerospace vehicles

Perform advanced simulations and analyses to validate system performance

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate GNC systems with other subsystems

Develop and maintain complex software for GNC algorithms and systems

Conduct rigorous testing and troubleshooting of GNC systems to ensure reliability and performance

Document design processes, test results, and system performance

Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical leadership and support

Support the development of technical proposals and presentations

Qualification

GuidanceNavigationControl systemsProgramming languages expertiseAgile methodologiesKalman filteringAerospace EngineeringSimulationAnalysisControl algorithmsSensor integrationTechnical documentationProblem-solving skillsMentoring skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Requires bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or master's +3 yrs experience)

Typically, 5+ years of related experience

Expertise in one to multiple programming languages and advanced understanding of software development principles

Experience with Agile or Scrum/Kanban methodologies and tools (JIRA, Confluence, Jenkins)

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to mentor and guide other engineers

Ability to write and maintain technical documentation

An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred

Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Expertise in designing optimal approach and departure trajectories for rendezvous and docking

Experience with developing safe guidance algorithms to prevent collisions during proximity operations

Expertise in integrating data from sensors like LiDAR, cameras, star trackers, and GPS for accurate navigation

Experience with developing Kalman filters or other estimation techniques to refine position and velocity data

Strong understanding of orbital dynamics to predict and adjust relative motion

Strong intuition and fundamental understanding of Clohessy-Wiltshire/ Hills equations, Gravity perturbations, Solar Radiation Effects, Third body perturbations, Keplerian and relative orbital elements

Experience with development of robust control algorithms for autonomous operation in case of communication delays

In-depth understanding of RPO concepts: NMC, FMC, DSK, and Waypoint Hopping

Ability to communicate analysis results, design issues, and potential solutions to internal design and product teams

In-depth knowledge of relevant GNC subject areas: Statics, Dynamics, Control Systems (linear and nonlinear), and Orbital Mechanics

Dynamic modelling, State-Space systems, SISO & MIMO systems

Frequency vs time-series data analysis, stability margins, sensitivity analysis

Kalman filtering (Linear and Extended)

In-depth understanding of complex relationships between inputs and outputs in GNC algorithms

Ability to estimate workload independently and accurately for long-term tasking (e.g., quarterly, and yearly planning)

Intermediate to advanced skill levels in: SIMULINK (including auto coding) and State Flow, STK, Strong Python and C++ programming skills, Linux/UNIX OS

Strong understanding of sensor systems: IMU, GPS, LIDAR, Air Data System

Ability to set up Monte-Carlo simulations: Based on noise profiles, unmodeled dynamics, and erroneous dynamics, analyze data and perform open-loop vs closed-loop stability analysis

Ability to incorporate requirements into detailed GNC algorithm design

Experience with HITL testing and validation: assist in developing bench-level unit tests and integrated closed-loop tests

Ability to independently identify root causes and propose solutions by backtracking potential failures

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 8%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Company

Sierra Space

Sierra Space is a commercial space company that specializes in the development of advanced space technologies and solutions. It is a sub-organization of Sierra Nevada Corporation.

Founded in 2021

Louisville, Colorado, USA

1001-5000 employees