Draper Labs
Senior Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer for Space Applications
Draper Labs, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Job Description Summary:The Senior Guidance and Control (G&C) Engineer develops software for cutting-edge space and defense systems used by the US Government and commercial customers as well as internal R&D projects. A Guidance and Control (G&C) Engineer develops, integrates, and deploys advanced G&C algorithms and software for systems able to operate in complex environments such as underwater, ground, air, and space.This position will be located at the Draper campus at NASA's Johnson Space Center (JSC) near Houston, TX. The applicant will join a team of highly motivated Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineers in the design, development, test, implementation and operation of spacecraft GNC systems for Earth, Moon, and Mars Missions. We seek applicants who will fit well in this dynamic team while designing challenging GNC systems and developing GNC technologies crucial to Human Exploration missions with our JSC Customer - as well as with customers who value a presence at JSC.Job Description:Duties/Responsibilities
Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a G&C design.Designs G&C algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms.Analyzes G&C designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements.Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficiencies or problems.Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.Tracks priorities, scope, schedule, and cost.Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities
Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Knowledge of GNC algorithms.Knowledge of real-time software development tools.Knowledge of project execution, designing, developing, and validating real-time algorithms and software.Familiarity with trajectory optimization, optimal control, and similar techniques.Significant knowledge in the design and analysis of control systems.Significant knowledge of design and implementation of trajectory design/optimization algorithms including optimal control techniques.Strong project execution and teamwork skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Ability to clearly communicate work assignments to team members.Education
Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.Masters or PhD in a related field is preferred.Experience5-10 years of Software Engineering or related experience is required.
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Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a G&C design.Designs G&C algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms.Analyzes G&C designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements.Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficiencies or problems.Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.Tracks priorities, scope, schedule, and cost.Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities
Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Knowledge of GNC algorithms.Knowledge of real-time software development tools.Knowledge of project execution, designing, developing, and validating real-time algorithms and software.Familiarity with trajectory optimization, optimal control, and similar techniques.Significant knowledge in the design and analysis of control systems.Significant knowledge of design and implementation of trajectory design/optimization algorithms including optimal control techniques.Strong project execution and teamwork skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Ability to clearly communicate work assignments to team members.Education
Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.Masters or PhD in a related field is preferred.Experience5-10 years of Software Engineering or related experience is required.
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