GNC Engineer

We're Hiring: GNC Engineer | Guidance, Navigation & Control
Location: Hyderabad
Department: Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC)
At Skyroot Aerospace, we're building next-generation launch vehicles and spacecraft technologies. We are looking for a passionate GNC Engineer to design and develop advanced navigation software, validation frameworks, and simulation environments that ensure mission success for our launch vehicle programs.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop attitude determination and positioning algorithms for launch vehicles and spacecraft.
Perform Onboard Processor-in-the-Loop Simulations (OILS) for GNC systems.
Execute and validate Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulations (HILS).
Develop advanced signal processing and sensor fusion algorithms for navigation applications.
Conduct software verification, validation, and quality testing activities.
Create and maintain technical documentation to support development and certification activities.
Collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams in a fast-paced startup environment.
Skills & Expertise
Knowledge of Real-Time Systems, Operating Systems, and Microprocessors.
Strong software development and system integration skills.
Understanding of System Identification, Navigation Systems, Sensor Fusion, and Signal Processing.
Proficiency in C/C++ and MATLAB/Simulink.
Familiarity with MISRA-C standards and software testing tools such as LDRA.
Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving capabilities.
Qualifications
Essential
M.Tech. (or equivalent) in Electronics, Electrical, Communication, Signal Processing Engineering, or a related discipline.
Preferred
Experience in Navigation, Sensor Fusion, and Digital Signal Processing algorithms.
Knowledge of INS hardware testing, ground validation, and performance assessment.
Experience with OILS and HILS environments.
Exposure to Computer Vision algorithms.
Prior experience in aerospace, space systems, or related domains is a plus.
Why Join Skyroot?
Work on cutting-edge launch vehicle and spacecraft technologies.
Contribute directly to India's growing commercial space ecosystem.
Solve complex navigation and autonomy challenges for real-world missions.
Collaborate with a highly driven team shaping the future of space transportation.
Ready to build the navigation systems that power the future of spaceflight? Apply now and join the Skyroot mission.

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