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SpaceX

GNC Engineer, Orbit Control (Starlink)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

GNC ENGINEER, ORBIT CONTOL (STARLINK) At SpaceX we're leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system serving ...

Icarus

Senior GNC Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$120K - $220K/yr

Own the GNC stack end to end: modeling, simulation, control law design, estimation, tuning ... spacecraft, or similarly complex dynamic systems * Strong fundamentals in dynamics, controls ...

Amazon

Senior Satellite GNC Engineer, Amazon Leo

Redmond, WA · On-site

$117K - $160K/yr

Our GNC engineers own their algorithms all the way into flight software, working alongside software ... A day in the life This role spans a diverse set of problems across the spacecraft and network ...

Amazon

Senior Satellite GNC Engineer, Amazon Leo

Redmond, WA · On-site

$117K - $160K/yr

Our GNC engineers own their algorithms all the way into flight software, working alongside software ... A day in the life This role spans a diverse set of problems across the spacecraft and network ...

Amazon

Senior Satellite GNC Engineer, Amazon Leo

Redmond, WA · On-site

$117K - $160K/yr

Our GNC engineers own their algorithms all the way into flight software, working alongside software ... A day in the life This role spans a diverse set of problems across the spacecraft and network ...

Socket.dev

Senior GNC Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated Senior GNC Engineer to support the development ... Experience with launch vehicles, spacecraft, missiles, hypersonics, UAVs, or defense systems.

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level spacecraft gnc engineer in the United States is $108,638.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,500.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Spacecraft Gnc Engineer vs Entry Level Satellite Systems Engineer?

AspectEntry Level Spacecraft Gnc EngineerEntry Level Satellite Systems Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering; basic knowledge of control systemsBachelor's in Electrical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering; understanding of satellite subsystems
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, simulation environments, spacecraft testing facilitiesSatellite manufacturing facilities, testing labs, integration sites
Employer & Industry UsageSpace agencies, aerospace companies, defense contractorsSatellite manufacturers, telecommunications firms, aerospace industry
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Entry Level Spacecraft Gnc Engineers focus on navigation, guidance, and control systems for spacecraft, while Entry Level Satellite Systems Engineers work on the overall satellite subsystems. Both roles require engineering degrees and work in aerospace environments, but Gnc Engineers specialize in spacecraft control algorithms, whereas Satellite Systems Engineers handle broader satellite functionalities.

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GNC Engineer, Fleet Management (Starshield)

SpaceX

Hawthorne, CA • On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
GNC ENGINEER, FLEET MANAGEMENT (STARSHIELD)
Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.
As an engineer on the GNC (Guidance, Navigation, and Control), Fleet Management team, you will be responsible for the complete lifecycle of Starshield's constellation. The Fleet Management team designs the constellation through analysis and simulation, and then brings it into reality through satellite and ground software development. This is an opportunity to apply expertise in orbital mechanics to both define constellation geometry and implement the control systems necessary to maintain it (including orbit raise, station keeping, and collision avoidance algorithms). This all requires working collaboratively across engineering teams to represent the satellite system at the constellation level, ultimately defining scope and requirements for future vehicles.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop highly reliable and performant GNC algorithms, flight software, simulations, tools, services, and dashboards using C++ or Python
  • Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews
  • Constellation design and network-level analysis of both existing and proposed systems
  • Bulk analysis to review performance data from various elements of the Starshield constellation and hosted payloads
  • Write high-quality technical documentation of programs, algorithms, or analysis
  • Support your relevant on-call operations rotation, commanding satellites or reviewing data to keep our vehicles, payloads, and networks continuously operating at peak performance

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, aerospace, physics, or an engineering discipline
  • Software development experience in either C++ or Python

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Master's degree or Ph.D. in an engineering discipline, computer science, or physics
  • Experience developing, debugging, and deploying software that has been used in real-world applications/projects
  • Creative approach to problem-solving, exceptional analytical skills, and engineering fundamentals
  • Familiarity with numerical probability of collision methods such as Alfano, Foster, and Hall
  • Experience with automating complex systems
  • Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, including low thrust trajectory optimization and station-keeping
  • Experience in verifying GNC algorithm performance via simulation, and validation of the simulation's models
  • Experience with space-based sensor platforms and state estimation, particularly attitude determination, orbit determination, GNSS, and radio navigation
  • General familiarity with the disciplines necessary for spacecraft flight including; structures, propulsion, avionics, GNC, flight software, dynamics, launch and mission operations, and integration. Practical experience in real-world development of these systems is highly desired.
  • Capable of identifying and solving complex problems with little to no supervision or direction
  • Passion for advancing the commercial space industry
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Able to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support critical path development and/or critical on-orbit operations
  • An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol test

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
GNC Engineer/Level I: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year
GNC Engineer/Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $20,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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