Axiom Space

Axiom Space

Guidance, Navigation, & Controls (GNC) Simulation Engineer

Houston

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
PythonC++MATLABAlgorithmsGitCI/CDLinuxProject ManagementAgileEmbedded SystemsAvionicsAerospace EngineeringResearchLeadershipCommunicationTime ManagementAdaptabilityActuators

About the role

  • The engineer will work in fast paced environment to contribute to the development of GNC simulation development and analysis across the program lifecycle for Axiom Space's modules.
  • The role requires strong technical background, organizational time management and adept communication skills.
  • Will be based onsite at our Space Station Development Facility (SSDF).

Responsibilities

  • Design, analyze, and implement GNC algorithms & simulations for aerospace vehicles.
  • Maintain and develop analysis tools, regression test scenarios, Monte Carlo framework and simulation architecture.
  • Perform 6‑DOF modeling, simulation, and performance analysis to evaluate system behavior under nominal and off‑nominal conditions
  • Build high‑fidelity dynamic models of vehicles, sensors, actuators, and environmental models.
  • Conduct Monte Carlo analyses and sensitivity studies to validate robustness and reliability.
  • Validate simulation models against test data and engineering expectations.
  • Use programming languages including C/C++, python, and Matlab (or similar) to develop simulations.
  • Collaborate with embedded software teams to integrate, test, and verify GNC functionality on hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) systems.
  • Support troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis for anomalies observed during testing or operations.
  • Support development of requirements, interface definitions, and verification plans for flight software.

Requirements

  • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
  • Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
  • The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or other related technical degree required
  • 4-9 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required
  • Experience developing with 6-DOF Monte Carlo simulations of aerospace vehicles
  • NASA's Trick simulation framework and JSC Engineering Orbital Mechanics (JEOD) preferred.
  • Proficient with C++, Matlab, and/or Python coding languages.
  • Development in a Linux environment.
  • Experience with Software/Hardware in the Loop development, analysis and test.
  • Experience validating simulation models (e.g. Sensor/actuator models)
  • Broad understanding of GNC technology domains
  • Git CI/CD + pipeline development / maintenance

Skills

  • Executes priorities with precision and pace
  • Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Competencies:
  • Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork.
  • Accountability
  • Sense of Urgency
  • Extreme Ownership
  • Execution and Delivery
  • Efficiency
  • Effectiveness

Benefits

  • Axiom Space is building era-defining space infrastructure that drives exploration and fuels a vibrant space economy that will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere.

Company info

  • driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic GNC Engineer who is fueled by high ownership, execution horsepower, growth mindset, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.
  • We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced GNC Engineer with experience developing aerospace vehicle simulation models.
  • We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace.

Equal opportunity

  • Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position
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