SpaceX
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GNCEngineer,BeamPlanning(Starshield)
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“GNC Engineer, Beam Planning (Starshield) at SpaceX. Skills: GNC algorithms, Flight software, Simulations, C++, Python. Develop GNC algorithms. Develop flight software”
What You'll Achieve.
Optimize current payload performance
Industry & Context.
Solving complex problems
Able to work extended hours and weekends, Support critical path development, Support critical on-orbit operations, Active TS/SCI clearance, Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance, U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee, Asylee, Eligible to obtain U.S. Department of State authorizations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, computer science/software engineering, or an engineering discipline, Software development experience in C++ or Python
Nice to Have
Master's degree or PhD in physics or an engineering discipline, Experience in verifying GNC algorithm performance via simulation and validation of the simulation's models, Experience simulating satellite payload performance, Demonstrated experience in developing state estimation algorithms or optimization, Experience with RF, Linux development experience, Capable of identifying and solving complex problems with little to no supervision or direction, Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere, Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, Active TS/SCI clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one
What You'll Do.
Develop GNC algorithms
Develop flight software
Develop services using C++ or Python
Construct scenarios to analyze system performance
Write technical documentation
Develop software models
Support on-call operations rotation
Keep ground and vehicle software operating
How You'll Work.
Communication Scope
Written; Verbal
Full Job Description
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. GNC ENGINEER, BEAM PLANNING (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. As a GNC engineer on this team, you will bring a passion and expertise in areas like state estimation, spacecraft systems design, optimization, and software development to join the Starshield GNC team. Engineers on this team support various payloads through initial conception to on-orbit operation, with a focus on beam planning and algorithm development. You will be driving future hardware design and optimizing current payload performance through modeling and simulation. 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. RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop highly reliable and performant GNC algorithms, flight software, simulations, tools, and services using C++ or Python Conduct analyses, recommend designs, and write GNC software that balances competing requirements Build software tools and construct scenarios to analyze system performance Write high-quality technical documentation of programs, algorithms, or analysis Develop software models of the operation and performance of various payloads Support your relevant on-call operations rotation, keep ground and vehicle software continuously operating at peak performance BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, computer science/software engineering, or an engineering discipline Softw
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