Senior GNC Engineer

Ursa Major
Berghoud, CO
Category Data Analyst
Job Description
Ursa Major is seeking a Senior Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer to drive the development of flight control systems for a next-generation hypersonic vehicle. The role involves designing, implementing, and testing GNC algorithms, ensuring vehicle stability, precision targeting, and autonomous navigation in extreme flight environments. The ideal candidate will have a deep background in hypersonic flight dynamics, adaptive control, and sensor fusion.

Requirements

  • Lead the development of GNC architectures and algorithms for a hypersonic vehicle.
  • Design and implement guidance strategies for trajectory shaping, precision targeting, and mission objectives.
  • Develop flight control laws to ensure vehicle stability and robustness under high-speed, high-temperature conditions.
  • Design and integrate navigation algorithms, including sensor fusion for GPS, inertial, and alternative navigation techniques.
  • Conduct high-fidelity simulations and Monte Carlo analyses to validate system performance.
  • Support hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and flight test campaigns.
  • Collaborate with aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, and software teams to optimize vehicle performance.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the GNC team.
  • Interface with government and commercial customers.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • AD&D
  • 401(k) Traditional
  • 401(k) Roth
  • Equity Grants
  • EAP Program
  • Retirement Savings Plan
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