GNC Systems Engineer in Oxfordshire

An innovative space organisation is seeking a GNC Systems Engineer to contribute to the design, development and verification of Guidance, Navigation and Control systems for complex satellite missions.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced GNC and computer vision technologies, contributing to highly innovative spacecraft systems and missions.

The Role

You will contribute across the GNC development lifecycle, including:

Developing GNC subsystem requirements, architectures, FDIR and V&V strategies. Supporting the integration of GNC algorithms, computer vision and GNC hardware. Working with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure GNC performance and system compatibility. Conducting research into emerging GNC technologies, algorithms and hardware. Supporting algorithm development, hardware selection and system integration. Contributing to GNC software architecture and flight software solutions. Performing technical trade-offs and subsystem-level analysis. Working with customers and suppliers to understand requirements and develop technical solutions. Supporting mission technical leadership and on-orbit spacecraft operations.

A Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a relevant engineering/science discipline. 2+ years’ experience in a GNC-related engineering role. Intermediate-level MATLAB/Simulink experience. Experience developing GNC subsystem architectures. Experience across at least three of the following: GNC requirements derivation and verification Control law and navigation algorithm development Translating algorithms into operational flight software GNC hardware integration and testing GNC technology and hardware selection Desirable Experience

Flight dynamics and relative orbital dynamics. On-orbit satellite operations. C/C++ and embedded software development. Knowledge of spacecraft capture systems and associated technologies.

Hybrid working and flexible hours. Optional compressed working pattern. 25 days’ holiday, increasing to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays. Private healthcare. Life insurance and long-term sick pay. Relocation assistance may be available. Modern engineering and cleanroom facilities. Professional development and career progression opportunities. Regular team and social events. If you’re an experienced GNC Engineer looking to work on technically challenging spacecraft missions and next- rendezvous and proximity operations, this could be an excellent opportunity to take your career to the next level.