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Guidance Navigation and Control Specialist
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At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we are dedicated to developing the technologies that will make this vision a reality.
As a Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Specialist within the Falcon team, your primary role will involve mission design and the implementation of innovative GNC algorithms for our Falcon vehicles.
You will oversee the complete mission trajectory process, which includes gathering requirements from stakeholders, conducting design reviews, simulating and analyzing missions, and managing operations on launch day.
Your contributions will set the benchmark for launch frequency by supporting all aspects of Falcon missions, including launch, re-entry, landing, and fairing recovery. This encompasses both commercial and government missions, as well as crewed launches.
We seek engineers who thrive on tackling intricate challenges, excel in a dynamic environment, and share our enthusiasm for pushing the boundaries of the space industry.
This role is crucial in advancing SpaceX's mission to enable human life on Mars.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct trajectory design, optimization, and dispersion analysis for Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy missions throughout all flight phases, including ascent, entry, landing, and fairing recovery.
Develop flight constants and guidance parameters, ensuring they meet mission requirements while adhering to vehicle constraints.
Support launch and mission operations from preflight testing through to console operation, post-flight data analysis, and anomaly resolution.
Create software automation tools for mission design, analysis, testing, and reporting.
Perform trade studies aimed at enhancing launch vehicle performance and reliability.
Implement new software or algorithms to facilitate mission-specific capabilities.
Engage with customers to execute current missions and explore future opportunities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor's degree in physics or an engineering discipline.
Experience in orbital mechanics, classical dynamics, modeling, and simulation.
Proficiency in programming languages such as C++ and Python.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
A Master's degree in physics or an engineering discipline.
Demonstrated experience in launch vehicle and/or spacecraft systems.
Aptitude for solving complex problems independently or as part of a collaborative team.
A strong passion for advancing the commercial space sector and human spaceflight.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Expertise in developing sophisticated software systems using C++ and Python, including backend infrastructure and user interfaces.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Availability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
GNC Specialist/Level I: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year. GNC Specialist/Level II: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year. Actual level and base salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one component of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also qualify for long-term incentives, including company stock, stock options, or cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the opportunity to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks are also included.
Employees accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and are eligible for 10 or more paid holidays annually. Exempt employees are entitled to 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To comply with U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, or be eligible to obtain the necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or those requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, should contact the Human Resources Department.
