Principal GNC Engineer

• Architect Guidance Navigation and Control systems capable of meeting the mission needs of Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO) including different flight dynamics trajectory designs 
• Lead the GNC systems development for an Astroscale U.S. program including the design and implementation of the GNC solution (hardware and algorithms) to meet the system requirements and mission needs. 
• Drive system level activities particularly those influenced by GNC such as concept of operations (CONOPS) failure detection isolation and recovery (FDIR) maneuvers operator and ground segment interaction system test and verification. 
• Control law and algorithm development analyze design implement and validate scenarios including those for RPO. 
• Review and mentor other engineering staff including providing expert technical feedback and supporting internal review. 
• Lead and actively participate in customer and supplier meetings. 
• Prepare technical responses to bids presentation materials and reports. 
• Liaise with customer supplier staff and staff from other parts of Astroscale globally. 
• Leverage commercial awareness and an ability to balance and trade technical programmatic and commercial risks in the context of commercial projects and products. 

Qualifications :

• A bachelors degree masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. 
• Experienced professional with greater than 12 years experience in GNC systems design engineering and operations. 
• Subject-matter expertise in traditional and optimal control. 
• Experience with physics-based modeling of dynamic systems and Monte Carlo simulation analysis. 
• Knowledge of sensors and actuators and their impact to a GNC system 
• Experience at the front end of a GNC system design and back-end GNC system testing 
• Strong communication computer documentation presentation and interpersonal skills are required as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 
• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance. 

Additional Information :

If youre passionate about our mission and believe youd be an outstanding addition to our team dont worry about checking every single boxor having a background solely in aerospace or defense. At Astroscale U.S. were committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and open-minded environment. We embrace a wide range of perspectives experiences and ways of thinking. If youre excited about contributing to our work and think youd thrive in this role we encourage you to apply.

Salary range: $170000 $195000. The salary range represents the low and high end of the Astroscale U.S. Inc. salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience knowledge and ability as applicable to the role.

The application deadline is June 14 2026.

Please note Astroscale U.S. is a U.S. Government registered export control compliant company as such applicants should be a U.S. person or U.S. citizen.
Astroscale U.S. Inc. is an E-Verify employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time