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GNC Engineer Galaxy Tek Hires

Onsite · Austin, Texas
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Lead Guidance Navigation and Control Engineer at Galaxy Technology Hires in Austin Texas. Own attitude and trajectory development for launch vehicles and spacecraft. Ship and scale control systems while collaborating in small teams across mission lifecycle.

What You'll Do7

  • 1Develop and test algorithms to control launch vehicle and spacecraft trajectory and attitude
  • 2Implement GNC algorithms in flight software deployments
  • 3Create high fidelity vehicle models for dynamic behavior simulation
  • 4Characterize space vehicle performance and capabilities
  • 5Support sensor and actuator hardware integration and checkout
  • 6Monitor and report GNC software and vehicle dynamic states
  • 7Continuously improve payload delivery service quality speed and reliability

Requirements9

  • 1Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics
  • 2Proficiency in dynamics orbital mechanics and control systems
  • 3Experience with C++ programming language
  • 4Strong communication and presentation skills
  • 5Ability to own individual tasks and see them completed
  • 6Master's degree preferred in related field
  • 7Familiarity with Linux operating system
  • 8U.S. citizenship or legal residency for export compliance
  • 9Knowledge of ITAR regulations and government contracting

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationAustin, Texas

Required Skills

DynamicsOrbital MechanicsControl SystemsEstimationC++GitLinuxCommunicationBachelor's Degree in Engineering or Physics
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