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Senior GNC Systems Engineer

2 months ago


El Segundo, California, United States Belcan Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior GNC Systems Engineer to lead our team in the design and analysis of GNC systems for satellites and payloads. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for the development of GNC systems from concept to delivery.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a small team in the design and analysis of GNC systems for satellites and payloads.
  • Responsible for Guidance, Navigation, and Control through all stages of design, integration, test, and operations.
  • Perform trade studies, lead design reviews, create models, and complete simulations and system testing.
  • Build, test, and fly hardware and software.
  • Work on a small team to develop satellites and put them in orbit.
  • Present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as participate in proposal-writing efforts.
Requirements
  • Master's degree of Science with 10 years of experience OR PhD in Aerospace Engineering with 7 years of experience.
  • Must have end-to-end GNC Design experience.
  • Lower orbit Subsystems Experience.
  • Deep Space Satellite Experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • CubeSat and SmallSat experience.
  • Hands-on experience with spacecraft instrumentation, subsystems, and test labs.
  • Experience with multiple mission simulation and flight architectures which drives your vision for the next generation of space software.
  • Experience in LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space satellites.
  • Experience with communications satellite.