Manager, Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC)
True Anomaly
A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.
OUR MISSION
The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.
OUR VALUES
- Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity
- What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results
- It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together
YOUR MISSION
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the development, integration, and verification of all GNC algorithms, software, and hardware for spacecraft missions.
- Manage a multidisciplinary team of GNC engineers, providing technical direction, mentorship, and performance oversight.
- Oversee design and analysis of attitude determination, attitude control, orbit determination, and trajectory guidance solutions.
- Review and approve modeling, simulation, and Monte Carlo analyses to validate spacecraft stability, pointing accuracy, and fault tolerance.
- Coordinate integration of sensors (star trackers, IMUs, sun sensors) and actuators (reaction wheels, thrusters, torque rods) with avionics and flight software.
- Lead GNC verification and validation activities, including hardware-in-the-loop testing, test procedure definition, and anomaly resolution.
- Ensure interface alignment between GNC and propulsion, payload, communication, and power subsystems.
- Support mission operations planning for spacecraft commissioning, safe modes, attitude maneuvers, and contingencies.
- Prepare technical documentation, risk assessments, and program milestone reviews while communicating status to leadership and external partners.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, or a related field (Masters preferred).
- 8–12+ years of experience in spacecraft GNC design, analysis, and verification, including hands-on work with flight or high-fidelity simulation systems.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing engineering teams, setting technical direction, and delivering complex aerospace systems.
- Experience with Rendezvous & Proximity Operations (RPO) missions.
- Proficiency with GNC tools and methods, such as attitude determination algorithms, rigid/flexible-body dynamics, control theory, and orbit mechanics.
- Experience with modeling and simulation tools, e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, STK, GMAT, or custom dynamics frameworks.
- Familiarity with spacecraft sensors and actuators, including their performance characteristics, calibration, and integrationconstraints.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance (active clearance preferred).
COMPENSATION
- Colorado Base Salary: $140,000-$190,000
- California Base Salary: $145,000-$200,000
- Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work Location—this will be a fully onsite opportunity based out of either our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA offices.
- Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
- Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.