Guidance, Navigation and Controls - Sr​/Principal; Clearance Requ Security Clearance

Position: Guidance, Navigation and Controls - Sr/Principal (Clearance Requ with Security Clearance
Sierra Space Careers:
Dare to Dream

We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.
At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn't restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.
We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

As a Senior/Principal Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of highly advanced guidance, navigation, and control systems for aerospace vehicles. This senior-level role involves working on cutting-edge aerospace technology, performing detailed simulations, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the reliability and performance of our systems. You will also lead a team of engineers, make high-level design decisions, and significantly impact program cost, schedule, and technical performance.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced guidance, navigation, and control systems for aerospace vehicles.

* Perform advanced simulations and analyses to validate system performance.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate GNC systems with other subsystems.

* Develop and maintain complex software for GNC algorithms and systems.

* Conduct rigorous testing and troubleshooting of GNC systems to ensure reliability and performance.

* Document design processes, test results, and system performance.

* Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing technical leadership and support.

* Make high-level design decisions that impact program cost, schedule, and technical performance.

* Support the development of technical proposals and presentations.

About You
Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream - to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly - to join us on this transformational journey.
We're looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision, and audacious goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Requires bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or master's +6 yrs experience).

* Typically, 8+ years of related experience.

* Expertise in multiple programming languages and software development principles.

* Ability to design, architect, and implement complex software systems.

* Strong leadership skills to lead a team of engineers.

* Ability to make high-level design decisions that will have significant impacts on program cost, schedule, and technical performance.

* An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience with presenting design review material to program and customer, explaining complex concepts succinctly.

* Familiarity with advanced guidance and control algorithms (optimal control, autonomous navigation using LIDAR, vision, GPS, RGPS).

* In-depth knowledge and experience with end-to-end design in at least one area of GNC algorithms; ability to understand, architect, and quantify impact of integrated GNC design and performance.

* Experience with developing IMS tasking and long-term plans, estimate hours, and create Gantt charts for the program. Support GNC proposals and SOWs.

* Advanced skills in STK, JIRA, Confluence, and MS Project.

* Experience with sensor and actuator selection & sizing based on program requirements; use/ develop relevant design tools.

* Experience with AI&T in HITL environment and integrated testing to verify performance.

* Experience with setting up integrated closed-loop dynamic model and GNC simulations, interfacing, MIMO linearization, and analyze closed-loop data based on complex interactions within GNC algorithms.

* Experience with development of complex GNC mode managers for the subsystem.

* Experience with decomposing program requirements into low-level GNC sub-system and translate into sensors and actuator sizing and selection.

* Familiarity with sensor interfacing to onboard avionics, understand physical compute limitations, develop interface definitions, and target timing requirements.

* Experience with conducting trade studies with power, thermal, communications, and structures to develop and check performance.

* Promote knowledge sharing through mentoring sessions. Resolve conflicts on a team.

Compensation:
Pay Range:
Sr - $152,845 - $210,182

Principal - $180,125 - $247,170

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may…