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Principal Guidance, Navigation, and Control Systems Engineer

2 months ago


Redondo Beach, California, United States Impulse Space Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Guidance, Navigation, and Control Systems Engineer to join our team at Impulse Space. As a key member of our Autonomous Systems department, you will be responsible for designing and developing advanced GNC systems for our in-space transportation vehicles.

Key Responsibilities
  • Architect and develop GNC flight, test, and analysis systems for high-performance space vehicles.
  • Design and implement robust control algorithms for spacecraft, including satellites in LEO and GEO, large upper stages, and landers.
  • Generate control verification data for our suite of missions.
  • Participate in GNC software development, including flight code and simulation.
  • Mentor junior engineers and define best practices for vehicle control systems.
  • Create tools for GNC systems, enabling efficient mission execution.
  • Resolve technical issues with innovative solutions.
  • Communicate design needs and intent to the broader engineering team.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related field.
  • 15+ years of experience in spacecraft control design and analysis.
  • Proficiency in Matlab and C++.
  • Ability to perform control analysis in time and frequency domains.
  • Experience with vehicle-GNC design processes, from concept to implementation.
  • Experience in spacecraft operations.
Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Prior experience in upper stage or lander control.
  • Experience in a startup or agile development environment.