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Principal Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) Engineer
Houston, TX
Job Description
Make your mark on advanced vehicle design.
Change the trajectory of flight.
Wake up the globe...
We are a young hypersonic transportation company focused on doing what people once thought was impossible. We are a tech haven for engineers with vision who want more than just a job. And we have a place for you if you want to be part of creating flight vehicles that transform how people and nations connect.
The Role: Principal Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) Engineer
(Being onsite in Houston is preferred. Remote option will be considered.)
What You'll Get to Do:
* Architect, analyze, and implement a GN&C system for rocket-powered, high-altitude, hypersonic aircraft.
* Develop control laws and algorithms from conceptual design through simulation, testing, implementation, flight testing, and qualification
* Lead the development of GN&C analysis tools and techniques
* Develop flight test plans, support flight test events, conduct flight test data analysis
* Define, develop, and implement simulations and tools vital for analysis and verification
* Support hardware-in-the-loop testing, system qualification/certification, and flight readiness activities
What You Have:
* Degree in engineering or a related discipline
* 10+ years GN&C experience
* 7+ years of experience developing control systems in the aerospace or aviation industry
* Experience in verifying GN&C algorithm performance via simulation and flight test
* Deep knowledge of flight control and navigation sensor systems including modeling and analysis
* An obsession with testing and applying test data to formulate design
* Consummate verbal and written communication skills
* Demonstrated enthusiasm for cross-functional team success
* Demonstrated enthusiasm for mentoring and training early career engineers and technicians
* Demonstrated resilience and flexibility in the face of technical setbacks.
* Ability to meet ITAR requirements
What Will Set You Apart:
* Experience in complex, nonlinear flight control design methods
* Demonstrated knowledge in both classical and modern control design techniques system engineering and configuration management skills
* Experience with rockets, missiles, or other aerospace vehicle systems
* Flight test experience
* Active DoD US government security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one
* A personal passion for engineering as it applies to rockets, aircraft, and hypersonic travel
Benefits:
Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision. We have a flex-Friday flexible schedule, unlimited PTO, and receive professional development opportunities.
Location:
This role is based on-site at Ellington Field in Houston, Texas. We will consider a remote option.
Venus Aerospace is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
10+ years
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