Launch Vehicle Mission Design/GNC Engineer

3 weeks ago


El Segundo, California, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time
Job Title: Launch Vehicle Mission Design/GNC Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a highly skilled Launch Vehicle Mission Design/GNC Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Launch Systems Division, you will be responsible for coordinating Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) activities for the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy launch vehicles and Certification activities for the New Glenn launch system.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support the Space Force Assured Access to Space and the Office of Space Launch
  • Coordinate analyses for mission design and performance, orbit insertion accuracy, stability, navigation errors, DOL winds, collision avoidance (COLA), and debris disposal
  • Ensure mission requirements compliance
  • Evaluate and mitigate technical risks
  • Assess and verify GNC algorithms, flight software parameters, and system redundancy
  • Provide launch support and post-flight data assessments
  • Lead development of new agile mission assurance capabilities and digital engineering tools
Requirements:
  • B.S. in Engineering or related technical field
  • 6 or more years of applicable experience
  • Experience in Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC), Mission Design and Performance or a related field
  • Familiarity with six degrees of freedom (6-DOF) simulations
  • Knowledge of orbit design optimization
  • Ability to form and lead cross-disciplinary teams
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal and external organizations
  • A current Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance, which is issued by the U.S. Government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Masters or PhD degree with emphasis on guidance, navigation, and control (GNC)
  • Proficiency in launch vehicle or missile GNC and Mission Design
  • Experience leading complex simulation development with flight software integration
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities
  • Experience with developing digital engineering tools
  • Familiarity with government requirements and standards related to launch vehicle GNC
What We Offer:
  • A competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business
  • A comprehensive health care and wellness plans
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
  • 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
  • Education assistance programs


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