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    Senior Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer - San Francisco, United States - Astranis

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    Astranis Mission: Astranis aims to bridge the digital gap by connecting the four billion people worldwide without internet access. The company is constructing smaller, more cost-effective spacecraft to bring global connectivity.

    Accomplishments: Astranis has launched two satellites into orbit, secured ten commercial deals surpassing $1 billion, raised over $500 million from top investors, and assembled a team of 300 top-tier engineers in its historic San Francisco office.

    Satellites: The GEO-operating satellites, weighing just 400 kg, feature a unique software-defined radio payload capable of connecting over two million individuals. Excitement brews for the imminent impact in countries like the Philippines, Peru, and Mexico.

    Join the Team: Backed by substantial funding and a dedicated team, Astranis offers a thriving work environment where employees can learn, grow, and make a significant impact.

    Position: Senior Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer

    As a Senior Engineer at Astranis, you will lead efforts to design, implement, and test algorithms for satellite position and orientation control. This role contributes to both commercial and US government programs, requiring prior spacecraft experience.

    Responsibilities:

    • Guidance, Navigation, and Control team collaboration for satellite software and hardware design, build, test, and operation
    • Software development, system design, hardware development, validation, verification, and integration support
    • Concept of operations development, mission planning, and recruitment assistance for the growing team

    Requirements:

    • Must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in a technical field with a focus on control systems or orbital mechanics
    • 8+ years of industry experience in Guidance, Navigation, and Control systems for spacecraft
    • Proven track record in control system development, flexible body dynamics modeling, sensor data processing, coding, and hardware development
    • Passion for hands-on design and development in a fast-paced environment

    Bonus Skills:

    • Experience in low thrust trajectories, geostationary spacecraft operations, and spacecraft propulsion
    • Familiarity with hardware in the loop simulation, embedded systems algorithms, and Python, C++, and Git

    Compensation: Astranis offers a comprehensive compensation package, including equity and various benefits such as healthcare, insurance, flexible PTO, retirement plans, and catered meals. The salary ranges from $155,000 to $200,000 USD.

    Eligibility: Applicants must be US citizens, lawful permanent residents, or Refugee/Asylee Status holders due to US Government space technology export regulations.

    Diversity & Inclusion: Astranis values diversity and inclusivity, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds to contribute their unique perspectives to strengthen the team and achieve the company's mission of global connectivity.


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