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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote prop set designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Prop Set Designer, you need a solid background in design, spatial planning, and prop fabrication, typically supported by a degree in set design, theater arts, or a related field. Familiarity with digital design tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite, as well as experience with virtual collaboration platforms, is essential. Creativity, strong communication, and excellent time management are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are important because they ensure effective and innovative remote set design that meets production needs and deadlines.

What is the difference between Remote Prop Set Design vs Remote Scenic Designer?

AspectRemote Prop Set DesignRemote Scenic Designer
CredentialsExperience in prop creation, design software skillsExperience in scenic design, CAD proficiency
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with production teams, on-set or virtualWorks on overall set layouts, often in a studio or virtual environment
Industry UsageFilm, TV, theater, event productionTheater, film, TV, stage productions

Remote Prop Set Designers focus on creating and sourcing props for productions, while Remote Scenic Designers develop the overall set layouts and backgrounds. Both roles require design skills and industry experience but differ in scope and specific responsibilities.

What is a remote prop set designer?

A Remote Prop Set Designer is a creative professional who designs, sources, and arranges props and set pieces for film, television, theater, or virtual productions, all while working from a remote location. They collaborate with directors, production designers, and other team members using digital tools and communication platforms. Their responsibilities include conceptualizing set elements, researching period-appropriate props, creating digital mockups, and sometimes coordinating shipping or virtual rendering of physical items. This role requires strong artistic skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt designs for remote workflows.

What are some common challenges faced by remote prop set designers, and how can they be overcome?

Remote prop set designers often encounter challenges such as coordinating with on-site teams, ensuring accurate measurements, and managing the logistics of sourcing or shipping props without direct access to the set. To overcome these hurdles, clear and frequent communication with directors, production designers, and local crew is essential. Utilizing digital tools for 3D modeling, video conferencing, and project management can help bridge the distance and enable effective collaboration. Proactive planning and flexibility are also key to adapting to any last-minute changes or unforeseen issues.
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Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer - Lead

SET Development

Broadlands, VA • Remote

$107K - $146K/yr

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Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer – Lead

Long-Term Contract | Fully Remote (U.S.) 

Company

SET Development, LLC
SET Development is a premier aerospace engineering and consulting firm providing deep technical expertise across spacecraft systems, software, avionics, mission operations, and advanced space technologies. Our engineers support both commercial and government space programs, emphasizing technical excellence, collaboration, and long-term mission success.

Position Overview

SET Development is seeking a Senior Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer (Lead) to support spacecraft and satellite programs through full lifecycle GNC development. This role is a long-term independent contractor position, fully remote within the United States, with limited travel (up to 15%) as program needs require.

The Senior GNC Engineer will serve as a technical lead, contributing to system architecture, analysis, simulation, verification, and integration of spacecraft GNC solutions across multiple missions or platforms.

Key ResponsibilitiesGuidance, Navigation & Control Engineering
  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of GNC architectures for spacecraft and satellite systems.
  • Develop and analyze GNC algorithms for attitude determination, control, and navigation.
  • Model and evaluate spacecraft sensors and actuators.
  • Support GNC flight software development, integration, and verification.
  • Develop and support mission concepts of operations (CONOPS) and mission planning activities.
  • Participate in subsystem-level requirements development and flow-down, with attention to technical performance, manufacturability, and testability.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with systems engineering, software, hardware, AI&T, and mission operations teams.
  • Provide technical leadership across multiple programs or mission phases as required.
Simulation, Modeling & Analysis
  • Develop and maintain high-fidelity GNC simulations, including spacecraft dynamics and space environment models.
  • Support Monte Carlo analysis and performance trade studies.
  • Develop and validate software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test environments.
  • Support real-time and non-real-time simulation frameworks for verification and validation activities.
Additional Engineering Support
  • Contribute to the evolution and sustainment of SET Development’s spacecraft GNC capabilities and engineering practices.
  • Support design reviews, test readiness reviews, and technical documentation as required.
Required QualificationsEducation
  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
Experience
  • Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in guidance, navigation, and control system analysis, design, and verification for spacecraft or satellite systems.
  • Demonstrated experience across multiple phases of the spacecraft development lifecycle.
Technical Skills
  • Advanced proficiency in MATLAB / Simulink, including simulation-based design and analysis.
  • Experience with automatic code generation and model-based testing.
  • Proficiency using Systems Tool Kit (STK) for mission analysis and visualization.
  • Strong experience modeling spacecraft dynamics, sensors, actuators, and control algorithms.
  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices (SysML/UML).
  • Experience with software development, verification, and validation processes.
  • Working knowledge of object-oriented programming (e.g., C, C++) and scripting languages such as Python.
Work Location & Travel
  • Fully remote within the United States.
  • Up to 15% travel may be required to customer sites, partner facilities, or integration/test locations.
Employment Classification
  • Independent Contractor (long-term engagement).
  • This position does not include employee benefits, relocation assistance, or visa sponsorship.
Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • U.S. citizenship may be required for certain programs or customer requirements.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • Ability to work for extended periods at a computer workstation.
  • Ability to participate in virtual meetings and teleconferences.
  • Ability to travel domestically as required.
Equal Opportunity Statement

SET Development, LLC is an Equal Opportunity organization. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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