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GNC Engineering Manager

Terran Orbital is a leading satellite manufacturer delivering end-to-end space solutions for defense, civil, and commercial customers. We are hiring a GNC Engineering Manager to lead a team developing guidance, navigation, and control systems for small satellite vehicles, driving technical excellence, project delivery, and cross-functional collaboration across design, manufacturing, and mission operations.

Skills

  • Proven GNC engineering experience with MATLAB and Simulink
  • Strong fundamentals in orbital dynamics and classical mechanics
  • Experience leading and managing engineering teams and projects
  • Advanced troubleshooting and systems-level problem solving
  • Strong written, presentation, and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to support mission operations and anomaly resolution
  • U.S. Citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of GNC engineers, setting objectives and ensuring resources to meet project milestones
  • Drive design, development, integration, and verification of GNC systems to meet specifications and standards
  • Plan and manage GNC project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation in coordination with project management and peers
  • Lead troubleshooting and advanced problem-solving efforts related to GNC systems and flight operations
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams, external partners, and stakeholders to ensure alignment on GNC initiatives
  • Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and efficiency in GNC development and maintenance
  • Provide technical inputs for proposals and support mission operations and anomaly resolution
  • Prepare and present technical and program status briefings to senior management
  • Provide technical mentorship, peer review, and documentation evaluation for program milestone reviews

Education

  • Master's degree in engineering with concentration in dynamics and control (required)

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Education/tuition reimbursement
  • Competitive paid parental leave
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Employee referral program and company swag
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Terran Orbital manufacturer, owner and operator of satellites and related space-based solutions that provide Earth observation, data and analytics to defense, intelligence, civil and commercial end users. They are based in Boca Raton, Florida.

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October 15, 2025
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