Senior GNC Engineer

About the Role Join our Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNCაშ group, which is responsible for designing, developing, validating, and maintaining dynamic simulations and infrastructure for rapid assessment, integration, and testing of complex aerospace systems. You will support the advanced RPO algorithms and simulation tools, with a focus on trajectory optimization for commercial and defense satellite applications.

Key Responsibilities
• Develop, implement, and validate RPO (Rendezvous, Proximity Operations) algorithms and simulation frameworksptomatic.
• Experience with multi-segment trajectory optimization using tools such as GPO`
• Design and optimize fructio spacecraft trajectories for RPO missions, including multi-body dynamics, collision avoidance,ерж fuel efficiency.
• Integrate high-fidelity models into simulation environments, supporting both rapid prototyping and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define requirements, develop test plans, and deliver robust software solutions.
• Support real-time software development, automatic code generation, and embedded hardware interface design.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of simulation infrastructure for both aerospace and undersea applications.
• Document designs, perform code reviews, and support verification and validation activities.

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s, Master’s,-Net) or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in GNC, RPO, or trajectory optimization for aerospace applications.
• Proficiency in simulation tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Experience with modeling & simulation of spacecraft dynamics, orbital mechanics, and RPO scenarios.
• Familiarity with software development life cycle, version control, and collaborative development practices.
• reageren analytic, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with real-time simulation, HIL, or embedded systems.
• Knowledge of optimization algorithms, astrodynamics libraries, and flight dynamics.
• Experience with test device management and test plan integration.
• Prior work in defense, commercial space, or government R&D environments. Why Turion?
• Work on cutting‑edge problems in space and defense.
• Collaborate with industry experts and innovative teams.
• Flexible work environment and opportunities for professional growth. Compensation: $160,000-$210,000 ITAR Requirements This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Benefits
• Equity:
Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's рзы
• Health Insurance:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.