2026 Gnc Spacecraft/payload Control Systems Analyst

The Aerospace Corporation

El Segundo, CA, United States
Base: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00; bonus/equity: not...
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Control system design and analysis
Estimation theory
Advanced dynamics
** The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Spacecraft/Payload Control Systems Analyst to support various phases of spacecraft program lifecycles at their El Segundo, CA location. The role requires a Master's degree in a relevant field, proficiency in Python and MATLAB/Simulink, and a strong foundation in control systems, with a focus on satellite attitude and payload control. **

Job Summary

  • Participate in design, simulation, analysis, and evaluation of spacecraft and payload control systems on a variety of National Security Space programs, civil programs, and commercial programs.
  • Communicate technical results both orally and in writing, interacting directly with government customers, program management, and contractors.
  • The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Spacecraft/Payload Control Systems Analyst to support various phases of spacecraft program lifecycles at their El Segundo, CA location. The role requires a Master's degree in a relevant field, proficiency in Python and MATLAB/Simulink, and a strong foundation in control systems, with a focus on satellite attitude and payload control. **

Salary

Base: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans, 401(k) Plan with company contribution, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • control system design and analysis
  • estimation theory
  • advanced dynamics
  • Python and/or MATLAB/Simulink
  • C/C++ proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • software development best practices
  • artificial intelligence and machine learning
  • computer vision algorithms
  • spacecraft attitude determination and control
  • payload pointing estimation and control

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in related discipline
  • 0-1 year of industry work experience
  • Graduate level coursework in control, estimation, or dynamics
  • Ability to obtain security clearance
  • US citizenship required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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