Sr. GNC Engineer (Starship) Controls

SpaceX, Starbase, TX

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Location: Starbase, TX
Work type: Not given
Level: Senior
Experience: 5+ years
Skills in the job text: Python
C++
Posted: Jul 13, 2026
Last check: 9 h ago
Job type: Software engineering

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What you will do

Develop innovative guidance, navigation, and control systems for Starship

Engage in multi-disciplinary vehicle systems investigations and design work that define the systems architecture

Implement new software or algorithms to enable mission-unique capabilities and leading-edge launch vehicle performance

Develop 6-DOF dynamics simulation models used for GNC systems analysis and validation

Analyze launch vehicle trajectories, performance dispersions, and flight stability

Conduct post-flight data review and correlation with analyses for continued improvement of predictions

Support launch and mission operations of vehicles that you enabled

Perform testing of GNC software utilizing hardware-in-the-loop testing, Monte Carlo analysis, and algorithm unit testing

What you need

Basic qualifications

Bachelor's degree in physics or an engineering discipline
5+ years of professional experience
Experience with control systems, orbital mechanics, classical dynamics, modeling, and simulation
Experience with the software languages Python or C++

Additional requirements

Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

Itar requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Nice to have

Postgraduate degree in physics or an engineering discipline
Experience in aerodynamics, sensors and actuators
Demonstrated project or professional experience in launch vehicle and/or spacecraft system
Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team
Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Sr. GNC Engineer (Starship)

As a GNC Engineer, you will be responsible for pushing the technical boundaries of flight control systems for the world’s most advanced rockets, including our next-generation Starship vehicle, a fully reusable spacecraft capable of carrying humans to Mars and beyond. You will work with a talented team of accomplished engineers to develop, analyze, and test vehicles and subsystems for highly reliable flight. You should thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments where you adapt quickly and love to solve hard problems.

About SpaceX

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

Legal notes

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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