Principal GNC Engineer at K2 Space

Compensation

$190,000 – $260,000/yr

Location: Oregon
Type: Full-time
Level: Principal
Posted: Mar 24, 2026

Description

K2 Space is seeking a Principal Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer to drive the overall spacecraft GNC architecture. The role involves executing detailed trade studies, anticipating company needs, and supporting launch and on-orbit operations. Responsibilities include developing novel algorithms for precise pointing and slewing of large, flexible structures, creating simulation and modeling tools, and integral to building the GNC organization by recruiting and mentoring engineers.

Required Skills

GNC Actuator Sensor Sizing
Attitude Control Algorithms
Flight Software VV
Clean Sheet Design
Algorithm Development Languages

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Experience with GNC actuator or sensor sizing, selection, and system design
Experience with implementing attitude control and/or estimation algorithms on spacecraft
Experience with verification and validation of GNC flight software in an integrated environment, leveraging 6-DOF simulation and HITL testing.
Experience with early-stage spacecraft conceptual design, i.e. “clean sheet” design work
Experience with Python, Julia, C/C++, or Matlab for algorithm development, implementation, and simulation
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with control algorithm development
Experience with reaction wheel, control moment gyroscope, or thruster sizing and algorithm implementation
Experience with navigation, specifically Extended Kalman Filters
Experience with trajectory analysis, modeling, and mission design

About K2 Space

K2 Space

Aerospace and DefenseTorrance, CA11-50

Building the largest satellites in orbit. Ultra-powerful, scalable platforms engineered for LEO, MEO, GEO and cislunar missions. Explore the next-generation of satellites.

Open roles: 113
New in 30 days: 43
Founded: 2022

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