Guidance, Navigation & Control; GNC) Software Engineer
Job in
Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listed on 2026-10-15
Listing for:
Insight Global
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-15
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Robotics, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client is seeking a GNC Automation Engineer to support the design, development, and validation of guidance, navigation, and control systems for advanced lunar spacecraft. Responsibilities include developing flight software, integrating navigation sensors and effectors, executing HWIL/SWIL testing, performing 6-DOF simulations, and evaluating vehicle performance using tools and techniques such as orbital mechanics, Kalman filtering, and real-time control systems. On a day-to-day basis, this individual will collaborate with software, avionics, and systems engineering teams to develop, test, troubleshoot, and optimize spacecraft navigation and control capabilities for mission success.
REQUIREDSKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- BS in Aerospace Engineering & 3 years of experience OR Masters in Aerospace Engineering & 1 year of experience
- 3+ years of experience developing spacecraft automation software
- Experience with real-time software development
- Familiarity with GN&C hardware including IMU, Star Trackers, GPS, LIDAR, and/or OpNav systems
- Experience with SWIL and/or HWIL testing and integration
- Exposure to relative navigation, image processing, or feature detection techniques
- Experience supporting flight control analysis and evaluating vehicle performance and stability
- Proficiency in C, C++, and Python
- Experience with GN&C sensor testing, planning, or modeling
- Familiarity with VxWorks or other real-time operating systems Experience with Git version control
- 7 holidays/year > adding more in 2027 - Good healthcare benefits
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