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Muon Space

Senior Optomechanical Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$184K - $223K/yr

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated engineer with a versatile skill set who is comfortable ... spacecraft, infrared remote sensing instruments, and imaging systems. * Experience working with ...

Pae

GN&C Sr Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site +1

$103K - $141K/yr

Model, develop, simulate, and analyze launch vehicle, spacecraft, and lander dynamics and control ... Must also be able to work collaboratively with other team members both locally and remote at other ...

MRI Technologies

Parachute Modeling Engineer

Houston, TX · Remote

... spacecraft recovery systems. This role has the potential to be fully remote for the right candidate, which is rare for this contract as it typically requires in person onsite work at Johnson Space ...

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Scout Space

Technical Program Manager

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$134K - $173K/yr

Experience leading or supporting execution of space hardware programs (payloads, spacecraft, or ... Engineering Management, or Business (MBA) * Experience with space domain awareness (SDA), remote ...

Scout Space

Senior Flight Software Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$127K - $168K/yr

Background in spacecraft mission operations or control systems. * Strong programming skills in ... Our positions are based in Reston, Virginia, with much of our team operating in a hybrid or remote ...

SAIC

Systems Engineer Principal

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

$160K - $200K/yr

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking an experienced ... Spacecraft bus or payload engineering lifecycle (requirements, design, development, integration ...

Planet

Software Engineer, Mission Systems

$177K - $209K/yr

Our mission is to offer a seamless interface that enables spacecraft operators, analysts, and ... This is a full-time, remote position based in the United States or Canada. If located near an ...

The Jacobs Brand

Parachute Modeling Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

This position is opened to remote work. This position will work on NASA's Development and Analysis ... Experience analyzing spacecraft performance. * Experience in product delivery utilizing source code ...

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As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote 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 are Remote Spacecraft GNC Engineers?

Remote Spacecraft Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineers are professionals who design, analyze, and implement systems that control the movement and orientation of spacecraft. Working remotely, they use specialized software and simulations to develop algorithms, test hardware-in-the-loop systems, and ensure the spacecraft can follow a desired trajectory or remain stable in space. These engineers collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure mission success, often handling tasks like attitude determination, sensor integration, and autonomous navigation from a remote location. Their work is essential for both crewed and uncrewed space missions.

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Remote Spacecraft GNC (Guidance, Navigation, and Control) Engineers often face unique challenges such as collaborating across multiple time zones, ensuring secure data transmission, and troubleshooting complex issues without physical access to hardware. Overcoming these challenges typically involves leveraging robust communication tools, detailed documentation, and simulation environments to test and validate algorithms. Building strong relationships with multidisciplinary teams and maintaining proactive communication are essential for resolving issues efficiently when working remotely.

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To thrive as a Remote Spacecraft GNC (Guidance, Navigation, and Control) Engineer, you need a solid background in aerospace engineering, control systems, and applied mathematics, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Expertise in simulation tools (such as MATLAB/Simulink), flight software, and familiarity with spacecraft sensor and actuator systems are essential, along with certifications in aerospace or control engineering being beneficial. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and effective remote communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with distributed teams and resolving complex technical challenges. These skills ensure the accurate and reliable operation of spacecraft, enabling mission success in highly technical and collaborative environments.
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Principal Systems Engineer - Electric Propulsion

Principal Systems Engineer - Electric Propulsion

Revolution Space

Remote

$156K - $292K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

About Revolution Space
At Revolution Space we're building advanced space systems for the 21st century. Every employee at Revolution Space works on projects that are critical to our company's future by ensuring our products work on orbit every time.
Position Summary:
Revolution Space is looking for a dynamic and growth-oriented Principal Systems Engineer - Electric Propulsion with a mechanical background to contribute to the full life cycle development of our in-space electric propulsion products from requirements development through deployed operations support. This engineer is expected to integrate with the existing technical team to:
  • Interface with stakeholders to develop product requirements accounting for allocation flow-down and capability flow-up to enabling robust product development and verification in support of a variety of spacecraft and in-space use cases
  • Lead multidisciplinary technical teams for product development and characterization leading to well defined and documented systems and capabilities
  • Develop and maintain key technical documentation (e.g. interface definitions, theory of operations, etc.)
  • Serve as key interface to horizontally integrated detailed-design teams consisting of specialized skillsets
  • Serve as the interface to program or project management (e.g. development and maintenance of salient schedule milestones)
  • Plan, evaluate & document test product and/or component campaigns for space and application suitability in conjunction with the Revolution Space test engineering team
  • In conjunction with our production and configuration management teams, prepare appropriate documentation to enable development & engineering level builds through initial low rate production

The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast paced, multi-disciplinary environment and exposure to multiple program phases from concept to deployment. As a system engineer, the ideal candidate will have broad knowledge of space system engineering practices and depth in select disciplines such as: propulsion systems, fluidics, mechanical engineering and/or electrical engineering.
The position is full-time remote and available to be filled immediately.
Responsibilities:
  • Responsibility for the overall system architecture, including components and interfaces
  • Support integration of Revolution Space's thrusters onto a spacecraft.
  • Meet program or project objectives
  • Support technical business development activities.
  • Develop appropriate documentation (ICDs, User Guides, etc.)
  • Identify and flow up technological constraints

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related STEM field.
  • 15+ years space systems engineering experience
  • Knowledge of spacecraft/satellite needs and requirements
  • Knowledge of space industry standards, protocols, and constraints related to flight and ground system development.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a strong focus on quality and reliability.
  • Strong communication and documentation skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering disciplines.
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related STEM field.
  • 20+ years of space systems development experience
  • Experience designing and analyzing space systems.
  • Previous experience developing flight or ground systems for space
  • Experience with space system test sequences (acceptance, qualification, etc.).
  • Experience with spacecraft/satellite mission planning and/or operations.
  • Electric or chemical space propulsion experience.

Benefits:
  • Paid holidays, sick time and unmetered vacation
  • Excellent health and dental plans with 80% employer contribution
  • 4% company matching 401k with immediate vesting
  • Life insurance
  • Long term / Short term disability

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanents residents of the U.S., or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other protected factor.
The pay range for this role is:
156,800 - 292,800 USD per year (Remote (United States))
156,800 - 292,800 USD per year (Boston, MA)

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