Principal GNC Engineer at Firefly Aerospace providing technical leadership for launch vehicle guidance, navigation, and control systems. Developing methodologies and mentoring engineers to solve complex challenges in space missions.
Responsibilities
Serve as a technical authority on the guidance, navigation, and control of launch vehicles, providing expertise across programs and domains
Develop and validate novel GNC methodologies, tools, and best practices for complex or unprecedented mission requirements
Lead resolution of the most challenging GNC problems across the organization
Provide authoritative technical review and oversight of launch vehicle GNC designs, changes, and risks
Establish technical standards for mission design, software development, testing, and requirement verification
Drive GNC strategy and roadmap development, identifying capability gaps, investment priorities, and opportunities for adopting emerging technology
Initiate and execute continuous improvement initiatives for GNC processes, tools, and operational efficiency
Represent GNC expertise in executive-level technical reviews, mission milestone reviews, customer meetings, and proposal efforts
Participate in critical technical work including algorithm development, test campaign execution, and mission operations support
Mentor and develop engineers at all levels, cultivating the next generation of technical leaders
Requirements
Master's degree or PhD in aerospace engineering or related field, or bachelor's degree with substantial technical accomplishments demonstrating analytical rigor equivalent to graduate research
10+ years of experience in launch vehicle GNC with demonstrated expertise and technical leadership across multiple programs
Mastery of launch vehicle dynamics with deep expertise in a specialization area combined with strong understanding across GNC domains
Experience developing strategic vision, technical roadmaps, and capability development initiatives for GNC teams
Proficiency in the development of flight software and physics simulations for spaceflight applications
Software engineering expertise with proficiency in development practices including version control, code review, testing, documentation, and CI/CD
Proficiency with Python, C++, Linux, and specialized tools and libraries relevant to domain
Comprehensive knowledge of launch vehicle subsystems and their impact on GNC design and performance
Demonstrated ability to elevate the technical capabilities of engineers through mentorship, developing high performers who strengthen the organization around them
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with an ability to convey complex technical concepts to executives, customers, and non-technical stakeholders
Benefits
generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles
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