Gnc Engineer

Job Title:

GNC Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced GNC Engineer to join our team. This role involves designing guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems from the ground up. The ideal candidate will have experience in understanding system constraints and transforming them into effective designs, as well as proven success in preliminary and critical design reviews (PDR/CDR).

• Develop GNC designs from the initial concept stage to PDR/CDR.
• Understand and apply system constraints to GNC design.
• Create algorithms for object detection and rendezvous and proximity operations.
• Evaluate and enhance the performance of RPO activities using various imagery inputs.
• Develop algorithms using simulated imagery for pose estimation.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in GNC related to space products.
• Proven experience in developing GNC designs from a blank slate.
• Experience with algorithms for object detection and proximity operations.
• Proficiency in Python programming.

• Experience with rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO).

The work environment is dynamic and supportive of innovative, creative thinking. The office includes outdoor work spaces, lounge areas, and a large community working space.

This is a Contract position based out of Denver, CO.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $120.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.

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