Salary Range: 145000 to 210000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

ABL Space Systems is driven by the vision that in ten years, missions to space will launch every day from around the world. We’ve set out to assure global access to space through the development of a low-cost launch vehicle and a modular ground system, RS1 and GS0.

Behind our business model is an exceptional team. Engineers, technicians and operators at ABL thrive on creating simple yet effective systems to tackle the challenge that space launch presents.

Launch is just the beginning. Join ABL in paving the way for the next-generation space platform.

A Senior GNC Engineer knows not only how to steer the launch vehicle on its way to orbit, but can lead across teams to push complex problems to reliable, simple, robust solutions.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

Perform and lead the GNC system development, implementation, integration and testing
Gather, define, and document requirements to support mission and/or trajectory
Develop GNC algorithms, models and software
Develop, analyze and review data to validate and verify system meets specifications and design requirements
Perform modeling and simulation tasks to validate system design and performance
Perform GNC system integration, checkout and troubleshooting of anomalies
Perform and direct test planning, development of test procedures and test execution
Develop sensor and support Avionics systems requirements
Support critical sensor (e.g. IMU) system engineering, integration and test
Support critical controller (e.g. Thrust Vector Control Actuators, Throttle Valves) system engineering, integration and test
Mission specific analysis for customer launch and in support of business development
Perform "Hardware in the Loop" (HITL) testing/simulation prior to launch on both testbed and integrated launch vehicle
Mentor younger engineers and help develop their technical skill sets
Step up as a leader to be at the forefront of solving the most challenging and impactful technical issues

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

B.S. degree from an accredited university
5+ years of experience in the development of aircraft, missile, spacecraft or similar vehicle GNC system

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

M.S. or PhD degree from an accredited university
Demonstrated skills in modeling, simulation, and analysis software such as MATLAB/Simulink and experience in at least one or more high-level programming languages (e.g. C, C++, or FORTRAN)
Proficiency in trajectory planning/design and optimization algorithms or tools (e.g. POST2)
Day of launch or on-orbit systems support including launch limits and loads/GNC capabilities evaluation
Demonstrated leadership of or within a small project team either in current role or during project based team in school
Demonstrated ability to solve complex and difficult technical problems with simple robust solutions

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Ability to use a computer to complete assignments
Ability to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone and telepresence
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will typically work in an office environment

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work and access export-controlled data) and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages.

Compensation Overview

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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

6 month growth

1 year growth

2 year growth