Senior Guidance, Navigation Control Engineer

Job Summary

LASP is seeking a full-time Guidance, Navigation & Controls(GNC) system engineer for an asteroid exploration mission.

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Founded a decade before NASA, the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics(LASP) at the University of Colorado Boulder is revolutionizinghuman understanding of the cosmos. LASP is deeply committed toinspiring and educating the next generation of space explorers.

From enabling the first exploratory rocket measurements of Earth’supper atmosphere to trailblazing observations of every planet inthe solar system, LASP is at the forefront of solar, planetary andspace physics research, space-weather monitoring, and the searchfor evidence of habitable worlds.

LASP advances scientific discovery and inspires the next generation through research, innovation, and education in space sciences. Weemploy over 700 scientists, engineers, support personnel, and students that work closely to cultivate creative ideas and explore novel solutions to make the impossible possible.

LASP is dedicated to building and maintaining a unique synergism of expertise in space science, engineering, and spacecraft operations.

Through research projects, LASP participates actively in the training of the future leaders of space research and helps the University of Colorado to educate students with valued technical and scientific skills. Development and use of innovativetechnologies and continuing participation in new research initiatives ensures a strong leadership role for LASP into thefuture. LASP is proud of our work environment that supports employee creativity and productivity and offers opportunities for abroad range of experiences.

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• Responsible for the development of attitude determination and control algorithms
• Responsible for the validation and verification of the GNCflight software algorithms
• Responsible for simulation development of spacecraftdynamics
• Responsible for the validation and verification of the simulation models
• Responsible for performance analysis of the GNC subsystem with respect to requirements
• Responsible for integration, test and verification of the GNCsubsystem
• Responsible for the development of the products and processes for flight operations
• Other duties as assigned.

• Export control restrictions, spaceflight control systems.
• Onsite presence required.

• $ per year.
• Relocation assistance may be eligible for this position.
• Visa sponsorship may be available for this role.

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• Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering (or equivalentengineering discipline) with 3-6 years' experience or PhD in Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent engineering discipline) with1-3 years' experience in ADCS and autonomous navigation.
• Experience with the Xmera Astrodynamics Simulation Package.
• A valid export license is required for this role.

• Spaceflight control system development and analysis experience.
• Experience with Python programming, C/C++ programming,dynamical modelling and simulation systems (e.g. Xmera or Basilisk).

• Focus in ADCS is preferred.