GNC Engineer – All Levels

Astrolab

. Define GNC subsystem and algorithm requirements .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $235,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and validating Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) algorithms and systems, with a strong focus on simulation, testing, and integration across multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in technical writing and communication to support GNC documentation and collaboration.

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GNC Algorithm DevelopmentPython ProgrammingExtended Kalman Filter DesignGNC Performance AnalysisMultidisciplinary Collaboration

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Hard Skills

GNC System DevelopmentPath Planning AlgorithmsObstacle Avoidance AlgorithmsVehicle Control AlgorithmsGNC Simulation ToolsMonte Carlo AnalysisHardware-in-the-Loop TestingVehicle-Level CalibrationGNC Sensor CharacterizationTechnical Writing

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

IMUsStar TrackersCamerasLiDARsFlight Software

Industry Keywords

Guidance Navigation ControlSTEM DegreeFlight OperationsAutonomous SystemsVehicle Integration Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define GNC subsystem and algorithm requirements
Design, analyze, develop, tune, verify, and validate rover GNC algorithms and support conversion of algorithm prototypes into flight software
Contribute to development of the GNC simulation
Select GNC sensors such as IMUs, star trackers, cameras, and LiDARs with avionics and other engineering teams
Support GNC sensor characterization, calibration, and testing
Develop integrated hardware/software GNC subsystem testbeds
Develop GNC algorithm documentation and support unit and integrated testing of flight implementations
Collaborate with vehicle software, avionics, mobility, and integration and test teams to verify GNC implementation and performance
Support field testing of GNC software using test vehicles in varied lighting and terrain conditions
Develop GNC analysis and test plans and perform analysis and testing on hardware-in-the-loop testbeds
Support vehicle integration and testing of GNC functions
Develop vehicle-level calibration plans and support vehicle-level calibrations
Design, analyze, and test GNC algorithms for lunar rover operations across crewed, semi-autonomous, and fully autonomous modes
Work with simulated environments and test vehicles to mature and validate GNC functionality and performance
Some travel may be required for this position

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
3+ years of professional experience developing Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) systems
Experience with Python and familiarity with C++
Experience developing path planning, obstacle avoidance, or similar algorithms
Experience designing, tuning, and testing Extended Kalman Filters for vehicle state estimation
Experience designing, tuning, and testing vehicle control algorithms
Experience building, testing, and validating GNC simulation tools
Experience performing GNC performance analysis, including Monte Carlo analysis
Experience supporting GNC development from initial concept through flight operations
Experience collaborating across multidisciplinary engineering teams to mature GNC designs into flight software
Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity ownership in the company
Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support
401(k) plan with company match
Flexible PTO and parental leave
Home office set up reimbursement
Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site
Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks