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Sierra SpacePosted 10/19/2026full-timeCentennial • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $129,776 - $178,441 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in GNC systems design, development, and validation for spacecraft applications, with advanced skills in dynamic modeling, algorithm design, and simulation techniques. Proven ability to lead technical teams, mentor junior engineers, and implement design standards across GNC systems.
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GNC Algorithm DesignMonte Carlo SimulationsSIMULINK AutocodingPython ProgrammingC++ Programming
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Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the design, development, and validation of advanced GNC systems for spacecraft applications
- Own critical aspects of GNC systems, including design, Monte Carlo simulations, and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) testing
- Design and implement closed-loop integrated systems for GNC and FDIR subsystems
- Develop high-fidelity models for GNC sensors and actuators, including IMUs, GPS, LIDAR, Air Data Systems, and other hardware
- Set up and execute Monte Carlo simulations incorporating noise profiles, unmodeled dynamics, and erroneous dynamics
- Perform open-loop and closed-loop stability analyses
- Own multiple GNC modes for flight phases, including algorithm design and validation
- Integrate requirements into detailed GNC algorithm designs
- Implement relevant design standards and processes across GNC systems and subsystems
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the team
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
- 5+ years of related experience in dynamic modelling and GNC algorithm design
- Advanced skills in SIMULINK, State Flow, Python, and C++ programming
- Experience in SIMULINK autocoding and Linux/UNIX operating systems
- Strong understanding of IMUs, GPS, LIDAR, and Air Data Systems
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance
- U.S. Citizenship status is required
- Preferred: Master’s degree for candidates with 3+ years of experience
- Preferred: In-depth knowledge of GNC algorithms, control theory, linear and nonlinear controls, stability margins, sensitivity analysis, optimization, and Linear and Extended Kalman filtering
- Preferred: Understanding of guidance, navigation, control, and FDIR algorithm relationships
- Preferred: Experience estimating workload for long-term tasking, including quarterly and yearly planning
- Preferred: Experience with open-loop and closed-loop stability analysis and autonomous GNC mode transitions
- Preferred: Level 1 STK certification and ability to implement relevant design standards and processes
- Preferred: Experience in HITL testing and validation processes
- Preferred: Ability to develop integrated and bench-level closed-loop tests
- Preferred: Knowledge of spacecraft subsystems, power and thermal constraints, communication viewing, and Control Structure Interaction model analysis
- Preferred: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to identify root causes and propose solutions
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
- Life insurance
- 3 weeks paid time off
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
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Hard Skills
Dynamic ModelingClosed-Loop Stability AnalysisHITL TestingIMUsGPSLIDARAir Data SystemsControl TheoryLinear Kalman FilteringExtended Kalman Filtering
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to Detail
Tools & Technologies
SIMULINKState FlowLinuxUNIX
Certifications & Qualifications
Level 1 STK CertificationSecret U.S. Security Clearance
Industry Keywords
GuidanceNavigationControlFDIRSpacecraft Subsystems