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Anduril Industries · 1 month ago

GNC Engineer, Space

Denver, Colorado, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$143K/yr - $191K/yr

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities through advanced technology. The GNC Engineer will work on the design and implementation of satellite GNC subsystems, collaborating with various teams to ensure successful operations of spacecraft systems.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work spacecraft GNC software and hardware subsystems for various spacecraft efforts in all orbital regimes and work closely with bus providers for successful implementation

Develop modern, software-defined approaches to autonomous spacecraft operations with maneuvering capabilities to successfully accomplish mission objectives

Develop appropriate test plans and procedures to validate the GNC system during ground checkout, on-orbit commissioning and operations

Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality

Coordinate with end-users, other operators and customers to turn needs into features while balancing user experience with engineering constraints

Support challenging schedules during ground testing, launch windows and on-orbit operations of the spacecraft systems

Design of flight software, algorithms, and simulation products

Development of spacecraft autonomy tools for dynamic space operations

Test process development and execution

Define automated fault detection and responses

Provide hardware-in-the-loop and monte-carlo simulation capabilities

Qualification

Aerospace EngineeringOrbital MechanicsSpacecraft DynamicsControl TheoryMATLABSimulinkPythonC++Linux SystemsClear CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Required

Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Aerospace Engineering, Dynamics and Controls Engineering, Computer Science, or other engineering degree

Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C++, Go, and/or Linux Systems

Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and detailed requirements

Experience with orbital mechanics and resident space object tracking capabilities

Familiarity with rendezvous proximity operations and docking, orbital mechanics with propulsive spacecraft, and/or spacecraft attitude determination and controls

Strong knowledge of spacecraft dynamics, orbital mechanics, and control theory

Clear communication and organizational skills including documentation and training material

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Preferred

Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, Python, Go, C++ and/or Linux systems

A desire to work on critical software and hardware designs in the space domain

Experience testing propulsion subsystems in laboratory environments that mimic the space environmental constraints

Experience conducting spacecraft operations and satellite command and control with an emphasis on system reliability and uptime

Experience with testing/validation leveraging FlatSats, Hardware-in-the-Loop testbeds and digital spacecraft simulators through nominal and fault scenarios

Experience with computer vision and perception algorithms to support GNC operations

Experience developing 3-DOF simplified and 6-DOF high-fidelity dynamics simulation models used for GNC systems analysis and validation

Exposure to US satellite operations policy and constraints for relevant mission threads in all orbits

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.

AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.