Senior GNC Engineer - Launch Vehicles

Responsibilities: System Architecture & Design: Lead the conceptual and detailed design of GNC architectures for rocket systems, ensuring integration with propulsion, structures, and avionics Regime-Specific GNC Solutions: Develop and validate GNC strategies tailored to subsonic, supersonic, and hypersonic flight regimes, addressing aerodynamic, aerodynamic, and control challenges Algorithm & Control System Development: Design and implement guidance algorithms, navigation filters, and control laws for high-precision trajectory execution Simulation & Validation: Coordinate / support the use of CFD, flight dynamics, and control simulations to evaluate performance, stability, and robustness across regimes Integration & Trade Studies: Collaborate with systems engineers to integrate GNC with vehicle design, optimizing for mass, power, and cost while meeting mission requirements Testing & Certification: Develop and support the execution of test plans for GNC systems, including ground and flight testing, to ensure compliance with safety and performance standards Data Analysis & Troubleshooting: Analyze telemetry and performance data to diagnose anomalies and refine GNC performance Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Work with software, structural, and propulsion teams to ensure seamless GNC integration and compatibility Regulatory & Certification Support: Contribute to certification documentation and compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., FAA Part 450)

Qualifications: U.S. Citizen (or Permanent Resident) is required due to the nature of the work

Communication Skills: Demonstrated experience with customer interaction including verbal and written communication & coordination of deep technical detail. Travel required for this position. Based in Denver CO, occasional travel as needed.