GNC Engineer - Top Secret Clearance

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

14h

About The Position

As a guidance, navigation, and control mission design engineer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing physics-based system-of-systems simulation software, capable of capturing complex interactions between a wide variety of space vehicles, ground systems, and environments. You will design CONOPS and drive program-level requirements for large multi-vehicle missions. This is a high-impact role in which you will work across engineering groups, taking extreme ownership of critical trades and design decisions. We are looking for engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, can work effectively in a fast-paced environment, and are passionate about advancing the space industry.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or physics
1+ years of professional experience with modeling and simulation
Software development experience in C++ or Python
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment.
Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed

Nice To Haves

Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance
Demonstrated experience with writing scalable software in a team setting
Strong modern software design and development skills
Professional programming experience in modern C++ (C++14 and above)
Master's degree or PhD in physics or an engineering discipline
Demonstrated experience in developing state estimation algorithms
Demonstrated experience in RF communication
Demonstrated experience in developing and presenting compelling analyses of complex trades
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively
Demonstrated experience in debugging, performance optimization, and test automation
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

Build software tools and construct scenarios to perform system-of-systems performance analysis of architectures that include satellites, sensors, communications, and ground infrastructure
Conduct analyses and recommend designs that balance competing requirements
Develop 6-DOF dynamics simulation models used for GNC systems analysis and validation
Develop physics-based models for simulation of RF communications and sensor systems
Assess feasibility of various designs in support of architecture definition
Create a library of space and ground systems models, for inclusion in the simulation environment
Act as a cross-disciplinary expert, ensuring that the system can meet mission objectives
Communicate technical capabilities and analyses with internal stakeholders and external customers
Play an integral part of a small team that will continuously iterate on mission design through all phases of the program

Benefits

long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
access to a 401(k) retirement plan
short and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
paid parental leave
various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law