Cleared Guidance and Control Engineer

Cleared Guidance and Control EngineerLocation: Pasadena, CAType: ContractJob #88226A Guidance and Control Engineer with an active TS/SCI position just opened up in Pasadena, CA at the JPL/NASA facility. In this role you will contribute to the advancement and development of spacecraft and payload/instrument guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) architectures, designs, algorithms, simulations, flight software implementations, performance validation and on-orbit commissioning and operations.. You must have a minimum of 6 years of related experience and be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.Location: Pasadena, CA 91109Position: TS/SCI Guidance and Control EngineerPay Rate: $51 - 84.5/hr DOEDuration: 12 monthsSchedule: 9/80 1 st ShiftWe do offer PTO, holidays, 401k, medical, dental, and visionOverview:As a cleared Guidance and Control Engineer at JPL, you will work for the Guidance and Control Section in the Control Analysis Group. You will contribute to the advancement and development of spacecraft and payload/instrument guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) architectures, designs, algorithms, simulations, flight software implementations, performance validation and on-orbit commissioning and operations.Responsibilities include:Conceiving, designing, analyzing, simulating, and evaluating complex GNC subsystem performanceDelivering advanced algorithms and associated flight software code for integration and test at the GNC subsystem and system levelDeveloping and executing detailed subsystem test and verification plans at the system levelLeading teams that develop and operate GNC systems and coordinating the validation and documentation of subsystem performance prior to deliveryQualifications:A Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field with at least 6 years of relevant experience;or a Master's degree with at least 4 years of experience;or a PhD with at least 2 years of experience.Required:Active TS/SCI clearanceStrong technical background in modern guidance, estimation, and control for aerospace systemsExperience in the research and development of advanced GNC systems for precision pointingDemonstrated ability to work effectively in teams and lead technical efforts; excellent communication and presentation skillsHighly desired experience includes:GNC system architecturesPrecision payload dynamics and controlsAdvanced control methods (linear and nonlinear)Estimation (Kalman filtering, random processes, nonlinear filtering, computer vision)Linear and nonlinear dynamics, multi-rigid-body dynamicsOn-board guidance and navigation (optimization, convex methods)Attitude estimation and controlPrecision pointing controlPointing, acquisition, and tracking systemsGNC for autonomous aerial vehiclesRotorcraft dynamics and controlVision-based navigationTerrain-relative navigation (TRN)3D lidar-based navigationFast steering mirror controlHigh-bandwidth mechatronicsActive and passive vibration controlControl of gimbaled or articulated platformsControlled opticsOptical wavefront and path-length controlStructural modeling and finite element analysisGNC-related on-board and ground calibrationIntegrated modeling (flexible structures/optics/thermal, dynamics and control)Time-domain simulation and multi-rate systemsSmall spacecraft designMulti-vehicle formation flyingControl of large monolithic or segmented telescopesControl of large distributed systemsAerodynamic control for deep-space planetary explorationComfortable working with Matlab/SimulinkAdditional desired experience:Strong background in technology developmentExperience with instrument/optical pointing systems and integrated GNC hardware/softwareExperience with lasers, detectors, fast steering mirrors, and high-rate control systemsExperience in autonomous system design and spacecraft autonomyDemonstrated ability to manage cost and schedule in new technology developmentGeneral familiarity with signal processingAbout our client:Our client is a research and development lab federally funded by NASA and managed by Caltech. Manages many of NASA's robotic missions exploring Earth, the solar system, and our universe.This particular client is requiring that all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine.About APR:Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!