GNC Engineer : Modeling & Simulation

GNC Engineer II: Modeling and Simulation

Summary

Vaya Space is a privately owned space and defense company headquartered on Floridas Space Coast. We are advancing patented vortex-hybrid engine technology to deliver propulsion systems that meet the highest standards of safety, affordability, and sustainability. In the commercial market, our Dauntlesslaunch vehicle provides reliable and cost-effective access to orbit.
In defense, our hybrid propulsion systems support next-generation tactical, hypersonic, and missile defense applications.

We are a fast-paced, mission-driven team tackling some of the hardest problems in aerospace. Success at Vaya requires personal leadership, strong technical skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Every team member contributes cross disciplines, stepping up where needed to drive innovation forward.
If you want to make an impact and help shape the future of space and defense, Vaya Space is the place to do it.

Travel Required

Up to 10 %

Required Security Clearance

None (ITAR Eligible)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the derivation, design, implementation, and validation of a high-fidelity, six degree-of-freedom (6-DOF) launch vehicle simulator.
• Analyze Monte Carlo simulation results to drive the design of the Dauntless launch vehicle.
• Collaborate with your GNC teammates to deliver the entire Dauntless GNC system.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering with 3 years of modeling and simulation experience.
• MS. or Ph. D in those fields can substitute for 2 years experience.
• A solid foundation in object-oriented Python programming and algorithmic problem-solving.
• A solid foundation in analytical flight dynamics and orbital mechanics.
• Experience using MATLAB & Simulink to model and evaluate vehicle subsystem performance.
• Experience with git-based source control management.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as necessary.
• To comply with U.S. export regulations, such as the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and the Export Administration Regulations you must (a) be a U.S. Person as defined under those regulations, which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., and protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or (b) otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce, as appropriate.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Familiar with six degree-of-freedom (6-DOF) Monte Carlo simulations for trajectory analyses.
• Proficient with real-time operating systems and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
• Competent using Python for data analysis and task automation.
• Experience with software verification and validation practices.
• Supportive of Agile principles and practices for software development.