Principal GNC/ACS Engineer

Albedo is revolutionizing the space industry by building technology to commercialize Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) and delivering highest-resolution satellite imagery.
$250,000 - $264,500
Embedded
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
11 - 50 Employees
7+ years of experience
Space

Description For Principal GNC/ACS Engineer

Albedo is at the forefront of revolutionizing the space industry through their innovative Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) technology. They've successfully launched Clarity-1, their first satellite capable of delivering unprecedented 10cm visible and 2m thermal imagery resolution - a breakthrough in commercial satellite capabilities.

As a Principal GNC/ACS Engineer, you'll be joining a transformative team of under 100 employees, working directly on advancing VLEO technology and optimizing satellite control systems. The role combines cutting-edge spacecraft guidance, navigation, and control development with real-world applications in high-resolution Earth observation.

The position demands deep expertise in spacecraft control systems, with responsibilities ranging from developing optimization-based GNC solutions to analyzing complex line-of-sight simulations. You'll work with Control Moment Gyro systems, implement advanced control algorithms, and collaborate across teams to ensure mission success.

This is an opportunity to join a company that's intentionally tackling challenging problems in an AI-first environment. You'll be part of a team that's already proven its ability to achieve the impossible with Clarity-1's successful deployment. The role offers competitive compensation ($250,000-$264,500), comprehensive benefits, and the chance to directly impact the future of space technology and Earth observation capabilities.

Working from Albedo's Denver headquarters, you'll be at the heart of developing technology that serves crucial applications from wildfire monitoring to national security. This role is perfect for an experienced engineer who's passionate about pushing the boundaries of space technology and wants to be part of a revolutionary approach to VLEO operations.

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Responsibilities For Principal GNC/ACS Engineer

  • Lead development of modern optimization-based solutions for spacecraft guidance, navigation, and control
  • Develop and analyze low jitter, fine pointing image scan maneuvers
  • Develop detailed error budgets and line-of-sight simulations
  • Review vehicle control system instrumentation, avionics, and flight control software
  • Develop flight constraints and guidance parameters
  • Analyze control system components
  • Collaborate with structural dynamics design and analysis
  • Support configuration design studies and test article development
  • Develop and review SV geolocation, pointing, and image motion budgets

Requirements For Principal GNC/ACS Engineer

Python
  • 7-12+ years of GNC/ACS experience
  • 5+ years of experience working on scanning remote sensing control systems
  • Strong technical fundamentals in attitude knowledge, control, and pointing stability
  • Experience with Control Moment Gyro systems
  • Experience with deriving structural dynamics requirements
  • Familiar with quaternion kinematics
  • Experience with Extended Kalman filters
  • US Citizenship required
  • Knowledge of real-time, embedded control systems

Benefits For Principal GNC/ACS Engineer

401k
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Relocation Benefits
Vision Insurance
  • Employee friendly equity compensation
  • Flexible working hours
  • 4% direct matching 401k
  • Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
  • Mental Health Assistance
  • Parental leave and childcare coverage
  • Relocation bonus for Denver, CO HQ
  • Flexible vacation
  • 10 company holidays and unlimited sick days
  • $100 monthly wellness benefit
  • Team retreats

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