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Katalyst Space logoKatalyst Space

GNC Engineer

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$90k–$150k/yr

Entry level$2M raised

Katalyst Description: We build robotic spacecraft that enable dynamic space operations, creating a future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, and exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. Getting to space and…

Skills: Guidance, Navigation, and Control, Python, C/C++, Orbit Determination, State Estimation

Katalyst Space logoKatalyst Space

Principal GNC Engineer

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$180k–$280k/yr

Senior$2M raised

Katalyst Description: We build robotic spacecraft that enable dynamic space operations, creating a future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, and exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. Getting to space and…

Skills: Guidance Navigation And Control, Python, C/C++, Orbit Determination, State Estimation

Katalyst Space logoKatalyst Space

Senior GNC Engineer

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$140k–$240k/yr

Mid level$2M raised

Katalyst Description: We build robotic spacecraft that enable dynamic space operations, creating a future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, and exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. Getting to space and…

Skills: Guidance Navigation And Control, Python, C/C++, Orbit Determination, State Estimation

Stratom, Inc. logoStratom, Inc.

Senior Systems Engineer- Robotics and Autonomous Systems

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · Hybrid

$100k–$160k/yr

Senior

Senior Systems Engineer- Robotics and Autonomous Systems Department: Engineering Employment Type: Full Time Location: Louisville, CO Compensation: $100,000 - $160,000 / year Description About Stratom Stratom is a mission…

Skills: Systems Engineering, MBSE, Requirements Development, Verification And Validation, System Architecture

Quantinuum logoQuantinuum

Optics Engineer II - 894

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$102k–$128k/yr

Mid level$1.2B raised

We are seeking an Optics Engineer II in our Broomfield, CO location to join our engineering and manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, assembling, aligning, integrating, characterizing, …

Skills: Optical System Design, Laser Characterization, Optical Metrology, Precision Alignment, Opto-mechanical Assembly

Quantinuum logoQuantinuum

VP, Product and Vertical Marketing

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$220k–$275k/yr

Senior+$1.2B raised

The VP, Product and Vertical Marketing is the founding leader of Quantinuum's product and vertical marketing function, accountable for the core positioning, launch narrative, use-case architecture, and market-facing valu…

Skills: Product Marketing, Vertical Marketing, Positioning and Messaging, Go-To-Market Strategy, Sales Enablement

Albedo logoAlbedo

Lead Electrical Engineer

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$190k–$220k/yr

Senior+$103M raised

Be one of the Bedo 100 Albedo is making Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) mainstream, building the infrastructure to usher every satellite mission set into this new orbital domain. We build buses, integrated satellites, and tu…

Skills: Electrical Architecture, Power Electronics, Analog Design, PCB Layout, Battery Management

Quantinuum logoQuantinuum

Advanced Mechanical Engineer – System Design & Product Definition - 903

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$116k–$145k/yr

Senior$1.2B raised

We are seeking an Advanced Mechanical Engineer – System Design & Product Definition in our Broomfield, CO location to own the physical design and controlled product definition of next-generation quantum computing systems…

Skills: Mechanical Design, System Integration, CAD, Onshape, PLM

Karman+ logoKarman+

Senior Thermal Fluids Engineer

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

Senior

At Karman+, we’re building spacecraft systems that will take us beyond Earth orbit. As a Senior Thermal Fluids Engineer, your role would be to drive development of critical systems for a deep space vehicle like propellan…

Skills: Thermal System Design, Propellant Delivery Systems, FEA, CFD, CAD

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Senior Structures Engineer

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

Senior

At Karman+ we are building vehicles to go beyond Earth orbit. As a Senior Structures Engineer, your role will be to drive development of mass efficient vehicle primary and secondary vehicle structures. You will work clos…

Skills: Structural Design, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Modal Analysis, Load Analysis, Vibration Testing

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Senior Mechanisms Engineer

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

Senior

At Karman+ we are building vehicles for beyond earth orbit. Your role would be to drive development of mission critical mechanisms, such as solar array drive actuators, thruster gimbals, and deployers. With your expertis…

Skills: Mechanism Design, CAD, Finite Element Analysis, Material Selection, Manufacturing

Karman+ logoKarman+

Senior Avionics Engineer

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

Senior

Karman+ is building vehicles for beyond Earth orbit. Your role is to drive the development of core compute architectures for a deep space vehicle. Leveraging your expertise you will determine architectures and hardware s…

Skills: Avionics Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Flight Computer Design, System Architecture, CAD

SMX logoSMX

Embedded C++ Software Engineer (5262) (Broomfield, CO)

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$160k–$210k/yr

Senior+

Outside Analytics has recently become a proud subsidiary of SMX, marking an exciting collaboration that enhances our collective capabilities to deliver cutting-edge digital transformation solutions. Are you interested in…

Skills: C++, Embedded Systems, Linux, Real-time Data Processing, SWaP Optimization

SMX logoSMX

Embedded C++ Software Engineer (5262) (Broomfield, CO)

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$160k–$210k/yr

Senior+

Outside Analytics has recently become a proud subsidiary of SMX, marking an exciting collaboration that enhances our collective capabilities to deliver cutting-edge digital transformation solutions. Are you interested in…

Skills: C++, Embedded Systems, Linux, Real-time Data Processing, SWaP Optimization

Outside Analytics + SMX logoOutside Analytics + SMX

Embedded C++ Software Engineer (5262) (Broomfield, CO)

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$160k–$210k/yr

Senior+$1M raised

Outside Analytics has recently become a proud subsidiary of SMX, marking an exciting collaboration that enhances our collective capabilities to deliver cutting-edge digital transformation solutions. Are you interested in…

Skills: C++, Embedded Systems, Linux, Real-time Data Processing, SWaP Optimization

Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism logoAction Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism

Behavior Analysis Practicum (Master's Level)

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$24/hr–$30/hr

Entry level

ABA Student Analyst (Master's Level) Premier ABA Provider for Children with Autism Are you a Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) accruing supervision hours? Join our Rising Stars program! Why…

Skills: Applied Behavior Analysis, Early Intervention Therapy, Data Collection, Treatment Plan Implementation, Clinical Skill Development

Quantinuum logoQuantinuum

Senior Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Design - 745

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$148k–$185k/yr

Senior$1.2B raised

We are seeking a Senior Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Design at our Broomfield, CO or Albuquerque, New Mexico Location. All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-e…

Skills: Photonic Integrated Circuit Design, Lumerical, RSoft, Klayout, GDSFactory

Quantinuum logoQuantinuum

Software Quality Engineer - 770

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · Hybrid

$132k–$165k/yr

Mid level$1.2B raised

We are seeking a highly motivated Software Quality Engineer to join our engineering team in Broomfield, CO. In this role, you will primarily design, develop, and maintain automated testing solutions to ensure the quality…

Skills: Python, Robot Framework, Automated Testing, CI/CD, AWS

Quantinuum logoQuantinuum

Optics Engineer - 888

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$81k–$101k/yr

Entry level$1.2B raised

We are seeking an Optics Engineer in our Broomfield, CO location to join our engineering and manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, assembling, aligning, integrating, characterizing, and…

Skills: Optical System Design, Laser Characterization, Optical Metrology, Precision Alignment, Opto-mechanical Assembly

Broadcom logoBroadcom

R&D Engineer SW Quality 3

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · On-site

$91k–$146k/yr

Senior+

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Skills: Software QA Testing, Python, Linux, Windows, VMware

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GNC Engineer

Katalyst Space

Broomfield, Colorado, United States • On-site

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  • $90k–$150k/yr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, Relocation bonus, Discretionary bonuses, Medical coverage, Vision coverage, Dental coverage
  • Posted 3d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The GNC Engineer will architect and design algorithms and simulations for space domain awareness and rendezvous and proximity operations. They will implement these algorithms into flight software and support integrated system validation through hardware-in-the-loop testing.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a technical engineering discipline and 0-3 years of experience in GNC with Python proficiency. Experience with C/C++, Linux, and spacecraft design is highly desired.

Full job description

Katalyst Description:

We build robotic spacecraft that enable dynamic space operations, creating a future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, and exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. Getting to space and overcoming the gravity well is only half the story. What you do there is the future. We are not building the trains. We are building the machines that lay down the tracks. By developing the foundational capabilities that make sustained, responsive operations possible, we enable a new era of space activity that strengthens national security and ensures freedom of action in an increasingly contested domain.

Katalyst Culture:

Working at Katalyst is intense, hands-on, and deeply rewarding. You’ll take real ownership and see your work move from concept to operations in an environment where the problems are hard and the impact is real. We value humility, craftsmanship, and doing things the right way, even when it’s harder. You’ll work closely with thoughtful, driven teammates who push each other to do their best. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

Architecture and Investigation

  • Architect solutions necessary to accomplish space mission objectives around space domain awareness and RPOD with an emphasis on autonomy, from both a hardware and software perspective.
  • Evaluate and select appropriate techniques to achieve mission such as machine learning methods, physics-informed solutions, stochastic methods, Kalman Filters, etc.
  • Assist in proposal capture efforts with feasibility analysis and engage with private/public partners, Department of Defense, Other Government Agencies, and other commercial partnerships.

Architecture Design

  • Develop architecture, lead trade studies and lead GNC team from conceptualization to flight for RPOD missions
  • Design algorithms, simulations, and tools for orbit determination, state estimation, uncertainty propagation to support SDA efforts
  • Analyze and source datasets for training and validation or algorithm performance.
  • Build and test modeling and simulation tools for orbital/cislunar dynamics, sensor modeling, and visualization.
  • Six degree of freedom modeling, simulation and validation of space craft dynamics, sensors and algorithms, including for RPOD missions.

Implementation

  • Collaborate with the software and GNC teams to implement algorithm in flight software.
  • Heavily support hardware-in-the-loop testing for integrated system validation.
  • Design concepts of operations (CONOPS) that balance thermal, power, momentum and communications for spacecraft missions.
  • Provide mission operations training and support.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical engineering discipline
  • 0-3 years of experience working in guidance, navigation, and control
  • Software development experience in Python
  • Experience developing, debugging, and deploying GNC sensors, effectors and algorithms that have been used in real world applications/projects
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere
  • Proven ability to lead a project from conception to completion

Desired:

  • Experience with cradle-to-grave spacecraft design, testing, verification/validation and in-orbit mission operations
  • Expertise in either guidance, navigation or control
  • Experience with multi-body astrodynamics
  • Experience with Git, Linux and Basilisk
  • Software development experience in C/C++
  • Capable of identifying and solving complex problems with little to no supervision or direction
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

 

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $90,000 - $150,000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Related keywords

GNCRobotic SpacecraftSpace Domain AwarenessRPODAutonomyMachine LearningKalman FiltersStochastic MethodsOrbit DeterminationState EstimationUncertainty PropagationCislunar DynamicsSensor Modeling6DOFFlight SoftwareHardware-in-the-loop

About Katalyst Space

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Industry
Space Research and Technology
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Flagstaff, AZ
LinkedIn followers
8,627
Total funding
$2M

At Katalyst Space Technologies, our goal is to fundamentally shake up how the satellite industry works. We’re a R&D team focused on next-gen satellite and mission designs that break through the long cycle times, rigid architectures, and inflexibility in mission planning that dominates the space industry. We incorporate robotic servicing and autonomous space infrastructure into our satellite technology to service MEO, GEO, and XGEO / Cislunar markets. Founded in 2019 by a small team and headquartered in Flagstaff, AZ, the Katalyst team is made up of dynamic innovators, looking to make an impact.

Offices: Flagstaff, AZ 86001, US

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How much do Science & Research jobs in Broomfield, CO pay?

Based on 74 listings with disclosed salaries, most science & research jobs in Broomfield, CO pay between $87k–$218k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.

How many Science & Research jobs are open in Broomfield, CO right now?

There are currently 78 open science & research positions in Broomfield, CO listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Science & Research roles in Broomfield, CO?

Companies currently hiring include mouhamedzz, Katalyst Space, Quantinuum, MMA Space™️, IonQ, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

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