Hiring: Senior Guidance, Navigation, & Control (GNC) Engineer Company: K2 Space Corporation Location: Los Angeles, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 07:42:51 Target Skills & Keywords : Alpine, C, C++, Julia, MATLAB, Python, Rust, Systems Design About the job Required Skills: •In the first year, you will support launch and on orbit operations of the •Mission – the stacked launch of 3 K2 Mega spacecraft. In parallel, you will continue to support improvements, closing the loop on the design, build, test, fly lifecycle. •Interface directly with other engineering leads to develop and validate a novel high level vehicle architecture •Develop novel algorithms for precise navigation in LEO, MEO, GEO, cis lunar, and interplanetary space. •Develop simulation and modeling tools to support vehicle and GNC trade studies. This includes mission design, controls analysis, and 6-DOF simulation development. •Contribute to building the GNC organization by recruiting, hiring, and mentoring other engineers Qualifications: •Breadth in control algorithm development Compensation: •$160,000 - $235,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Base salary range for this role is $160,000 - $235,000 + equity in the company Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!