Muon Space inc
Senior ADCS Engineer San Jose, CA or Remote
Muon Space inc, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Muon seeks a talented Spacecraft Attitude Determination and Control System (ADCS) AKA Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate can go both deep and broad across the control system analysis and design process. They would use a “systems mindset” to be a multiplier when collaborating with other disciplines to arrive at an elegant, best-fit spacecraft design.
Responsibilities
Design and implement guidance, navigation & control architectures and algorithms in an embedded C++ environment
Define requirements for ADCS algorithms, hardware, and related systems – both for existing missions as well as roadmap development that unlock new customer opportunities
Perform analysis and simulation of mission‑specific GNC performance
Collaborate on the development of ground‑processing algorithms for sensor calibration
Collaborate on the development of an offline geolocation processing pipeline
Support anomaly resolution of on‑orbit systems, including on‑call duties
Support software‑ and hardware‑in‑the‑loop test planning, execution, and validation
Lead technical efforts and provide mentorship of more junior engineers
Qualifications
PhD or Master’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent plus 5+ years of professional experience, OR several years of experience hands‑on with GNC analysis and design
Software skills in C++
Knowledge of control and optimization theory
Expertise in common numerical programming environments (Python, Julia, MATLAB)
Experience designing, analyzing, and implementing ADCS/GNC subsystems for spacecraft
Excellent communication, presentation, and coordination skills
Excited to work in a fast‑paced environment with new opportunities each week
Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience with control stability analysis of flexible bodies
Experience with ADCS of precision pointing platforms
Experience with spacecraft flight operations
Salary The salary range for this role is $144,000 - $213,000 plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process.
About Muon Space Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end‑to‑end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission‑critical data. Our revolutionary, integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time‑to‑orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world.
Benefits At Muon salary is only part of our total compensation package. In addition to salary, full‑time employees receive equity compensation as well as benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long‑term disability and life insurance. We also offer three weeks paid vacation for new employees, along with 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time and paid parental leave.
Equal Employment Opportunity We believe in equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We value diversity in the workplace, and that starts with our applicants. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t check all the boxes, and we look forward to reviewing your application! In addition, if you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
Export Control This position requires access to export‑controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person… (B) eligible to access the export‑controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. The Company may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.
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Responsibilities
Design and implement guidance, navigation & control architectures and algorithms in an embedded C++ environment
Define requirements for ADCS algorithms, hardware, and related systems – both for existing missions as well as roadmap development that unlock new customer opportunities
Perform analysis and simulation of mission‑specific GNC performance
Collaborate on the development of ground‑processing algorithms for sensor calibration
Collaborate on the development of an offline geolocation processing pipeline
Support anomaly resolution of on‑orbit systems, including on‑call duties
Support software‑ and hardware‑in‑the‑loop test planning, execution, and validation
Lead technical efforts and provide mentorship of more junior engineers
Qualifications
PhD or Master’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent plus 5+ years of professional experience, OR several years of experience hands‑on with GNC analysis and design
Software skills in C++
Knowledge of control and optimization theory
Expertise in common numerical programming environments (Python, Julia, MATLAB)
Experience designing, analyzing, and implementing ADCS/GNC subsystems for spacecraft
Excellent communication, presentation, and coordination skills
Excited to work in a fast‑paced environment with new opportunities each week
Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience with control stability analysis of flexible bodies
Experience with ADCS of precision pointing platforms
Experience with spacecraft flight operations
Salary The salary range for this role is $144,000 - $213,000 plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process.
About Muon Space Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end‑to‑end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission‑critical data. Our revolutionary, integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time‑to‑orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world.
Benefits At Muon salary is only part of our total compensation package. In addition to salary, full‑time employees receive equity compensation as well as benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long‑term disability and life insurance. We also offer three weeks paid vacation for new employees, along with 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time and paid parental leave.
Equal Employment Opportunity We believe in equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We value diversity in the workplace, and that starts with our applicants. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t check all the boxes, and we look forward to reviewing your application! In addition, if you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
Export Control This position requires access to export‑controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person… (B) eligible to access the export‑controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. The Company may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.
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