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Senior Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer – Gnc Ipt Lead

Clearance Required

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Sierra Space

Sierra Space

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops space vehicles and stations

Defense
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$138.6k - $190.6kAnnually

+ Incentive Pay

Senior, Expert

Centennial, CO, USA + 1 more

More locations: Lafayette, CO, USA

US Top Secret Clearance, US Citizenship Required

Category
Flight Dynamics
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
Data Structures & Algorithms
Requirements
  • Active TS/SCI US Government security clearance
  • Bachelor's of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering or other related discipline and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience
  • Relevant experience may substitute for degree
  • Advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practices
  • Demonstrated experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools, analysis and simulation
  • Ability to work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
Responsibilities
  • design and analyze satellite hardware and software configurations
  • design and test GNC algorithms
  • build and test flight software
  • create and use design tools
  • build and analyze simulations
  • ensure we meet customer requirements by making data-driven decisions in architecting, planning, building and testing the design in a testbed prototype and subsequent delivery of the end product
  • build tools and contribute to analyses of various architectures that include space vehicles, satellites, sensors, communications, and ground infrastructure
  • contribute to evaluating the mission effectiveness of the candidate approaches, balancing mission objectives against factors such as development and lifecycle costs
  • experience with at least most portions of the software life cycle (concept development, requirements definition, design, development, testing, and deployment)
  • experience doing GN&C-related analysis such as performance analysis, multi-sensor fusion and estimation/filtering, sensor processing and/or other advanced GN&C analyses

Sierra Space develops solutions for space exploration and development, focusing on aerospace and defense. The company creates advanced space vehicles, including the Dream Chaser spaceplane, which can land on conventional runways, making it suitable for transporting cargo and crew to and from space. Sierra Space is also working on space stations designed for long-duration human spaceflight and scientific research. Their technology includes advanced life support systems and propulsion technologies like the VORTEX engines, which are vital for safe and sustainable space missions. Unlike many competitors, Sierra Space emphasizes versatility in its space vehicles and aims to support both government and commercial space activities. The company's goal is to enhance life on Earth and shape the future of humanity through space exploration.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$1.7B

Headquarters

Louisville, Colorado

Founded

N/A

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-5%

2 year growth

15%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Successful completion of rigorous environmental tests for the Dream Chaser spaceplane indicates strong progress towards operational readiness.
  • The promotion of industry veteran Shawn Buckley to oversee space station technology development highlights Sierra Space's commitment to leadership and innovation.
  • Potential IPO and new satellite product launches suggest significant growth and expansion opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in aerospace and defense requires continuous innovation to maintain a leading position.
  • Dependence on government contracts, such as those with NASA, could pose financial risks if funding priorities shift.

What makes Sierra Space unique

  • Sierra Space's Dream Chaser spaceplane offers the unique capability of landing on conventional runways, setting it apart from other space vehicles.
  • The company's focus on developing the first commercial space station and advanced life support systems positions it as a pioneer in space infrastructure.
  • Sierra Space's VORTEX engines and propulsion technologies provide high-performance solutions essential for sustainable human space missions.