Flight Control Systems Specialist
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing the technical capabilities of flight control systems for cutting-edge rockets.
This position requires expertise in control systems, orbital mechanics, classical dynamics, modeling, and simulation. A strong background in software languages such as C++ or Python is also essential. The ideal candidate will be able to develop innovative solutions for complex problems.
Beyond the technical requirements, this role demands excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. A passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight is crucial for success in this position.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop guidance, navigation, and control systems for advanced rocket vehicles
* Conduct multi-disciplinary vehicle systems investigations and design work that define the systems architecture
* Implement new software or algorithms to enable mission-unique capabilities and leading-edge launch vehicle performance
* Develop 6-DOF dynamics simulation models used for GNC systems analysis and validation
* Analyze launch vehicle trajectories, performance dispersions, and flight stability
* Review and correlate post-flight data for continued improvement of predictions
* Support launch and mission operations of vehicles that you enabled
* Perform testing of GNC software using hardware-in-the-loop testing, Monte Carlo analysis, and algorithm unit testing
Additional responsibilities may include conducting research and development, participating in team meetings, and collaborating with other departments to ensure successful project outcomes.