GNC Engineer, Phased Array Devices (Starshield)Active$160K

The opportunity

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

What you'll do

  • Design and analysis of GNC logic for Starshield phased array antennas

  • Real-time angular and translational navigation using onboard sensors and optimal state estimation techniques

  • Design of beam-steering logic to track and hand-off satellites while: maximizing link integrity in challenging operational environments

  • Development of GNSS independent PNT (position, navigation, and timing) algorithms

  • Design and implementation of all of the above for high-velocity/high-maneuverability platforms

  • Provide engineering and data review support for hardware development, special: projects, and customer support triage

What they're looking for

  • Work with hardware engineers on the design and specification of future user: terminal products and their navigation sensor packages
  • Model derivation and high fidelity simulation for development and validation of prototype features
  • Implementation, validation, unit testing, and deployment of production: software (C++) pertinent to the systems described above
  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, computer science/software: engineering, or an engineering discipline