EndereçoGuidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) System Engineer , KGS Integrated Engineering Solutions
Project Kuiper is a visionary initiative within Amazon that aims to revolutionize global connectivity through the development of a state-of-the-art Low Earth Orbit (LEO) interconnected satellite communication constellation. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide by delivering high-speed, low latency, internet services to underserved and unserved communities and remote communities around the world. By leveraging cutting-edge satellite technology, we are working towards a future where everyone has access to reliable and high-quality internet connectivity regardless of their location. The Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) Engineering organization is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted government and international customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. KGS Engineering leads the development and delivery of targeted and scalable solutions for custom satellite and ground applications. KGS collaborates closely with Project Kuiper to leverage the constellation of advance satellites to provide seamless and efficient communication capabilities to meet the needs of our customers. The KGS Engineering team is seeking dynamic and talented individuals who are passionate about creating unique technical solutions that result in a positive impact on a global scale. The Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) System Engineer will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary team to design, integrate, and test innovative space-based and terrestrial applications. The GNC System Engineer will work closely with colleagues throughout Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) inter-disciplinary teams and collaborate with key partners and suppliers in order to ensure our system exceeds customer expectations. The GNC Engineer must be responsive, flexible, innovative, and able to succeed within a collaborative, fast-paced, and dynamic environment. As a member of the KGS Engineering Integrated Engineering Solutions (IES) organization, the GNC System Engineer will be responsible for developing the architecture, defining requirements and interfaces, and executing the design, build, integration, test, and verification of complex space-based and terrestrial attitude determination and Control system (ADCS) subsystems. The candidate will have a background in control theory, state estimation, space vehicle design, optimization, and software development. The candidate will have proven, hands-on experience with the design of precision state estimation and Control of space vehicle communication payloads (RF antennas, optical inter-satellite links). The candidate will have the capabilities to design algorithms, author simulations, model dynamics, write flight software code, perform integration & test, verify requirements and validate on-orbit performance. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working on large-scale programs with a diverse set of talented individuals, as well as with partner organizations (including government agencies). Key job responsibilities
• Develop high-reliability GNC algorithms, simulations, and analysis tools using C, C++, Python, or Matlab and write code for production on systems
• Lead and participate in architecture development, design, and code reviews of complex ADCS subsystems
• Define requirements and interfaces, design, integrate, test, and verify GNC subsystems for space and Control systems for terrestrial environments
• Perform data analysis to review performance and functional data collected from both design verification tests, acceptance tests, and on-orbit/mission operations
• Create and maintain high quality GNC subsystem technical documentation of programs, algorithms, and analysis as well as engineering artifacts for drawings, code, and use cases
• Architect, write, and debug flight software code with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable for similar applications
• Collaborate with mechanical designers to develop and test electro-mechanical and electro-optical subsystems
• Debug, root-cause, and make continuous improvements of control systems in a high-rate production environment
• Produces and support reviews of GNC subsystem integration & test plans, procedures, test scripts, automation, and calibration routines
• Prepare reports documenting test system test results, test coverage and other KPI metrics, and communicate issues effectively with peer designers, developers, and managers Security Clearance: Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI, so you must be a U.S. citizen for consideration. About the team
Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) Engineering is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. These solutions are tailored to meet the needs of government and international customers for both space-based and terrestrial applications. The Integrated Engineering Solutions organization under KGS Engineering plays a vital role in the entire life cycle of the development of an engineering solution, including architecture development, requirements and interface definition through assembly, integration, and test (AI&T). verification, and post-delivery and operational support. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: Northridge, CA, USA
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, computer science or similar field
• 4+ years of experience developing code in Matlab, LabVIEW, C, C++, or Python, and experience with industry standard coding practices
• 5+ years of experience developing requirements, plans, and procedures for product design verification.
• 5+ years of integration and test or related industry experience
• 5+ years of experience in the use of standard electronic lab test equipment (i.e. network analyzers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, function generators, multimeters, etc.)
• Experience with SATCOM payloads or systems in space and/or on the ground, aerospace, or related industry
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s Degree or PhD in engineering, physics, computer science, or similar field
• High sense of ownership, urgency, and drive; resourceful, and able to deliver results with minimal direction
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong debugging/troubleshooting skills on development and deployed software used in real world applications/projects
• Innovative approach to problem solving with exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
• Experience with the full system engineering lifecycle for three axis stabilized space vehicles incorporating momentum, magnetic, and propulsive control
• Strong understanding of orbital mechanics
• Experience in the test and verification of GNC algorithm performance via simulation, and validation & correlation of the simulation's models
• Experience with state estimation, particularly attitude determination and Control, orbit determination, GNSS, and radio navigation
• General familiarity with the disciplines necessary for spacecraft flight including; structures, propulsion, avionics, GNC, flight software, dynamics, jitter, and launch and mission operations.
• Experience in test plans and protocols related to established Space Hardware test processes (GEVS/SMC-S-016)
• Experience with development of acceptance, production and qualification test plans and associated aerospace standards (GEVS / SMC-S-016)
• Experience as the technical lead, leading small groups of other test engineers across multiple designs
• Excellent communication, leadership skills and sense of ownership and drive
• Experience performing, executing, and approving formal acceptance tests
• Broad knowledge and experience in multiple disciplines related to satellite or space systems, including design, integration, test, operation, maintenance, and configuration/data management
• Demonstrated experience working with government agencies
• US Security Clearance Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $103,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $201,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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