Senior Space Navigation Engineer
6 days ago
Job Summary:
Draper Labs is seeking a highly skilled Senior Space Navigation Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Space and Strategic Navigation group, you will be responsible for developing and integrating advanced navigation algorithms and software for cutting-edge space and defense systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and test navigation systems for various applications
- Analyze project requirements and develop solutions to meet customer needs
- Work on the full development arc of navigation flight programs, including covariance analysis, high-fidelity sensor modeling, navigation filter prototyping, Monte Carlo analysis, flight software development, integration and testing, flight test support, and post-flight analysis
- Derive task-level or component-level requirements from system requirements
- Contribute high-quality content for technical reports and presentations
- Communicate work assignments to team members and track priorities, scope, schedule, and cost
Requirements:
- Proficient in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++ or other related tools
- Proficient in basic software development standards
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of extended Kalman filters and related algorithms
- Knowledge of navigation and/or tracking algorithms including sensor fusion techniques
- Hands-on experience in project execution and in designing, developing, and validating real-time algorithms and software
- Significant experience in the design and analysis of extended Kalman filters and related algorithms
- Significant experience in the design and implementation of navigation and/or tracking algorithms including sensor fusion techniques
- Strong record of successful project execution and teamwork skills
- Demonstrates technical depth in several core development activities and mastery in at least one, as well as the ability to mentor others in these areas
Education:
Master's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field is required. PhD preferred.
Experience:
5-7 years experience as an Aerospace Engineer, or related.
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