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Blue Origin

Sr. Navigation Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$156K - $219K/yr

As a Senior Navigation Engineer in our Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) and Avionics team, you will be at the forefront of developing and implementing cutting-edge navigation solutions for our ...

Blue Origin, LLC

Sr. Navigation Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$156K - $219K/yr

As a Senior Navigation Engineer in our Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) and Avionics team, you will be at the forefront of developing and implementing cutting-edge navigation solutions for our ...

Draper

Navigation Analyst

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$62K - $275K/yr

This position seeks candidates with familiarity of inertial sensors, navigation, estimation, and system accuracy analysis using methods such as linear covariance analysis and Monte-Carlo simulations.

KODA Technologies

GNC Navigation Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$87K - $107K/yr

GNC Navigation EngineerCompany Overview: KODA is a people-first company and a three-time Fortune Best Workplace ® , Great Place to Work ® , Best Place for Working Parents ® , and a seven-time ...

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How much do navigation jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for navigation in the United States is $18.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Navigation vs Cartographer?

AspectNavigationCartographer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; GPS and mapping software skillsDegree in geography, cartography, or related field; GIS certification
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, mobile, or vehicle-based settingsOffice or fieldwork involving map creation and analysis
Industry UsageTransportation, logistics, outdoor activitiesMapping agencies, GIS firms, urban planning

Navigation focuses on guiding routes and movement, often using GPS and real-time data, while cartographers create detailed maps and spatial representations. Both roles require geographic knowledge, but navigation emphasizes route guidance, whereas cartography involves map design and analysis.

What is a navigation job?

A navigation job involves planning, directing, and managing the movement of ships, aircraft, or vehicles to ensure safe and efficient travel. Roles often require knowledge of navigation tools, charts, and regulations, and may involve working with GPS, radar, or other positioning systems. These jobs are common in maritime, aviation, and transportation industries.

What is the job of a navigation?

A navigation professional is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the movement of ships, aircraft, or vehicles to ensure safe and efficient travel. They use tools such as maps, GPS, and radar, and often require certifications or training in navigation techniques. Their work environment can include ships, aircraft, or land vehicles, depending on the specific role.
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Infographic showing various Navigation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,476 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

Senior Navigation Engineer

Westminster, CO • Remote

Red Canyon Engineering & Software
51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Red Canyon Engineering & Softwareexternal

$132K - $174K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Navigation Engineer to join a team that is leading humanity back to the Moon and pioneering innovative solutions in the space industry. Based in Westminster, Colorado, this incredible team is looking for a Sr Spacecraft Navigation Engineer who's eager to push the state of the art in the aerospace industry. 

This position is responsible for leading development efforts, supporting a technically diverse team, and conducting detailed analyses of navigation technology and missions. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional who can drive innovation, mentor junior engineers, and support spaceflight operations. This role will be based in Westminster, Colorado, and the ideal candidate will have a passion for the exploration, development, and settlement of space.

This position is open to U.S. Persons only (U.S. citizens, or lawful permanent residents), as required by applicable laws and regulations.

THE FOLLOWING ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE is desired but not required - TS/SCI IS PREFERRED

We do not provide visa sponsorship or support work authorization for this role. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead spacecraft navigation for all mission phases, including formulation, tracking architecture development, estimation approach, and operations.
  • Develop and validate advanced Kalman filter configurations for complex regimes (multi-body, low-thrust, weak observability).
  • Serve as primary navigation lead for flight operations operations prep, including console support, real-time OD, and anomaly response.
  • Architect navigation solutions that account for mission design, GNC, communications, and ground system constraints.
  • Own navigation products for major reviews, clearly communicating performance, trades, and risks.
  • Mentor junior navigation engineers in OD, filter design, measurement modeling, and operations best practices.
  • Drive improvements to navigation procedures, tool setups, and standard operating practices.
  • Support BD and IRAD by shaping navigation concepts, contributing to proposals, and defining new mission and capability concepts.
Requirements:
  • 8–12 years of professional experience in spacecraft navigation, orbit determination, or closely related flight dynamics roles.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field.
  • Demonstrated leadership of OD campaigns or major navigation tasks, including filter setup, force models, and tracking strategies.
  • Proven ability to design and adapt Kalman filters for new dynamical and tracking regimes, including dynamic, bias, stochastic, and consider parameters.
  • Significant experience with navigation/astrodynamics tools (e.g., MONTE, FreeFlyer, ODTK, GMAT, STK) in flight or flight-like applications.
  • Strong navigation operations experience, including nav operator training/certification or equivalent console and contingency support.
  • Ability to act as primary navigation point of contact, interacting with vendors and partners, driving requirements, owning verification/validation, and conducting system-level trades.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, with a record of leading technical presentations and navigation analysis reports.
  • US. Person (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident), able to work on-site in Westminster, CO.
Desired:
  • Master’s or PhD with emphasis on Kalman filters, state estimation, or astrodynamics
  • Experience leading navigation support for maneuver planning and execution, including tracking schedule design and mission design trades.
  • Expertise across multiple measurement types (radiometric, GPS, optical, angles-only) and in designing measurement configurations.
  • Experience integrating navigation into system requirements, CONOPS, and ICDs, and leading navigation verification and reporting.
  • Demonstrated use of the MONTE astrodynamics toolkit
  • Leadership of navigation-related IRAD or proposal sections, shaping IRAD concepts and navigation win themes.
  • Familiarity with cislunar and deep-space navigation challenges, including three-body regimes, timing/clock issues, and tracking network limitations.
  • Familiarity with multi-spacecraft mission concepts
  • Active TS/SCI or prior clearance preferred.
  • Base Salary Range: $132,000 - $174,900 based on role, experience, and location
  • Signing bonus
  • Quarterly performance bonuses
  • Company-provided health insurance and 401K plan upon eligibility
  • Flexible time off policy
  • Relocation assistance

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