Senior Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer for Space Applications

Overview:Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.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.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 inefficient or problematic designs.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.Experience:5-10 years of Software Engineering or related experience is required.Additional Job Description:Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.Job Location:Houston, Texas, 77058-2900Equal Employment Opportunity:Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.

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