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Spacecraft Navigation Systems Specialist

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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Rocket Lab Usa Full time

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced GNC Engineer – Mission Design to join our team at Rocket Lab Usa. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for assisting with trajectory optimization/design for launch vehicle orbital missions, auto sequence design, and Monte Carlo analysis.

Responsibilities:

  • Work alongside driven, talented engineers from varied backgrounds and experience levels, all committed to the same mission.
  • Assist with all areas of GNC development and maintenance for Electron, Neutron and/or other programmes.
  • Contribute to the design and verification of spacecraft separation sequences and dynamics.
  • Develop and maintain 6DOF simulators and assist with launch and HITL operations.

Requirements:

  • Master's degree or higher in Aerospace Mechatronics or equivalent qualification (Bachelor's degree can be considered for Engineer I level).
  • A thorough fundamental understanding of 3DOF rocket dynamics.
  • A thorough fundamental understanding of orbital mechanics.
  • Experience with optimization for launch-vehicle or spacecraft missions.