Senior GNC Engineer: Spacecraft Attitude & Control
$110k - $200kMundi
Mundi is seeking a Senior GNC Engineer in Los Angeles, California, to drive the GNC architecture for satellite platforms. The role involves executing trade studies and developing control algorithms essential for navigation and control of mechanisms. Candidates should have experience in GNC actuator sizing, verification of flight software, and algorithm development in languages like Python or C/C++. The position offers a base salary range of $110,000 to $200,000 plus equity and comprehensive benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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$150.88k - $204.13k
...that maintain an asymmetric advantage. As a Senior GNC Engineer at Hermeus, you will help develop and deploy the flight control, navigation, and autonomy systems that... ...integrating flight‑critical algorithms for aircraft, spacecraft, missiles, UAVs, or other autonomous...SeniorWeekly payPermanent employmentWork at office$150.88k - $204.13k
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...Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer El Segundo, California... ...design reviews Works with senior management for GNC schedule... ...of GNC experience. Prior Spacecraft and Satellite Development and... ...developing blended attitude solutions from a variety of...SuggestedPermanent employmentWork at office- A leading aerospace company in California seeks a GNC Engineer to develop and implement controllers for a new space vehicle. Your responsibilities will include simulation development, controller design, and collaboration with avionics teams. The ideal candidate will have...
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$114k - $171k
...opening for a Principal or Sr. Principal Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer to join our Advanced GNC team in Rancho Bernardo, CA or El... ...be filled at either the Principal GNC Engineer level or the Senior Principal GNC level, depending upon the qualifications below...SeniorRemote workRelocation packageShift work$190k - $260k
...demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation... ...apply. The Role As a Principal GNC engineer, you will be a core driver... ...implement the spacecraft's guidance, attitude control, and attitude and orbit estimation systems...Permanent employmentFlexible hoursShift work- ...Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire... ...are seeking a seasoned Senior Spacecraft GNC Engineer to work on a closely... ...software, to meet the position, attitude, knowledge and stability... ...determination and control, orbit determination and control...SeniorFull timeWork at office
$117.3k - $175.9k
...trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national... ...engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical... ..., Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer (Engineering... ...and actuators applicable to spacecraft and/or launch vehicles ~ Experience...For contractorsImmediate startRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours$120k - $220k
...fly guidance, navigation, and control systems for long-endurance... ...stratospheric aircraft Own the GNC stack end to end: modeling,... ...systems for aircraft, UAVs, spacecraft, or similarly complex dynamic... ...responsibility # High signal (engineering) to noise (management)...SeniorWork experience placementDay shift- ...Principal Guidance Navigation And Control (GNC) Engineer The Principal Guidance Navigation and... ...development for Apex's growing fleet of spacecraft platforms. You will demonstrate a... ...hardware ~ Experience developing blended attitude solutions from a variety of sensor...Full timeWork at office
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...Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As... ...is seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our satellite engineering team.... ...methodologies, manufacturing processes, and quality control. Contribute to research and...SeniorFull timeWork at office$125k - $150k
...enabling human life on Mars. GNC ENGINEER, FLEET MANAGEMENT (... ...(Guidance, Navigation, and Control), Fleet Management team, you... ...state estimation, particularly attitude determination, orbit determination... ...the disciplines necessary for spacecraft flight including structures,...Permanent employmentTemporary workWeekend work$146k - $260k
...launch, we know each one of us made it happen. As an Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for owning the technical... ...position will be accepted until May. 31, 2026 Export Control Requirements: This position must meet U.S. export control...SeniorPermanent employmentWork experience placementInterim roleCurrently hiringRelocationVisa sponsorshipWork visaRelocation packageFlexible hoursShift workDay shift$170k - $240k
...emerging space economy. What You’ll Do We are seeking a Senior Real-Time / Controls Software Engineer to lead development of deterministic real-time control... ...level real-time software implementation and can translate GNC, MATLAB/Simulink, and Python-based models into reliable...SeniorPermanent employment$140k - $200k
...Senior Spacecraft Thermal Engineer Hawthorne, CA Who We're Looking For Quantum Space is redefining mobility and autonomy in cislunar and... ...development, implementation, and validation of thermal control solutions for our spacecraft platforms. In this high-impact...SeniorPermanent employment$140k - $216k
...Responsibilities) The Automation and Controls Software team is responsible... ...infrastructure and bespoke engineering solutions for spaceflight... ...and test systems supporting spacecraft development and manufacturing... ...with propulsion, avionics, GNC, and manufacturing teams to deliver...Permanent employmentFull time- ...Senior Spacecraft Thermal Engineer We are seeking a highly-motivated and hands-on Senior Spacecraft Thermal Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you'll design and develop thermal control systems for telescope platforms and spacecraft. You'll work with a...SeniorWork at officeLocal areaRemote workFlexible hours3 days per week
$157.25k - $231.25k
.... Find your future with us. Job Summary As an Experienced Spacecraft Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for owning the technical execution... ...this position will be accepted until Feb. 09, 2026 Export Control Requirements: This position must meet U.S. export control...SeniorPermanent employmentCurrently hiringRelocation packageShift workDay shift$151.3k - $226.9k
...Senior Spacecraft Thermal Engineer The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems... ...areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems;...SeniorFull timeFor contractorsWork at officeImmediate startRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...Fire Control Systems Software Engineer We are a stealth-mode Aerospace & Defense startup headquartered in Gardena, CA. Our founding team hails from... ...systems engineering, hardware, integration/test, simulation, GNC, and product teams to deliver end-to-end capability....SeniorPermanent employment
$120k - $225k
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