Senior GNC Engineer - Hypersonic Flight Controls
Inversion
Inversion in Playa Vista, CA is seeking a Senior GNC Engineer. In this role, you will design and implement control algorithms for high-speed reentry, develop state estimation techniques, and conduct reliability analyses for vehicles in extreme conditions. Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering and 5+ years of experience in GNC. Proficiency in programming and strong communication skills are essential. This position requires in-office presence. #J-18808-Ljbffr Inversion
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$160k - $235k
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$150.88k - $204.13k
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Senior Flight Software Engineer, Arc Vehicle Turning Space into a Transportation Layer... ..., and operating at hypersonic speeds. Inherently dual‑use... ...core flight software that controls the Arc hypersonic reentry... .... Integrate and optimize GNC flight software modules from...SeniorPermanent employmentWork at office- Blue Origin is seeking a Senior New Product Introduction Engineer to transition advanced electronics from prototype to flight‑ready hardware for next‑gen lunar systems. You’ll own NPI programs for complex electronics, PCBAs, and avionics, collaborating across manufacturing...Senior
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