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Job Description
Navigation Engineer III
Job ID:
502005 Posted 1 day ago
Westminster, Colorado
Direct Hire
Systems Engineering
115,500 - 148,400/year
Job Details
IDR is seeking a Navigation Engineer III to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Westminster, CO. This role focuses on developing navigation algorithms and performing detailed spacecraft navigation analyses. You'll work with a technically diverse team to evaluate estimation approaches and advance both new and legacy navigation solutions within a mission-driven environment.
Position Overview for the
Navigation Engineer III:
Develop navigation algorithms and support spacecraft navigation software efforts.
Conduct detailed analyses related to spacecraft navigation, including evaluation of estimation formulations.
Improve legacy spacecraft navigation approaches and support advancement of state estimation methods.
Collaborate with a technically diverse team to present findings and support navigation decisions.
Requirements for the
Navigation Engineer III:
5-8 years of professional experience in spacecraft navigation, orbit determination, or related astrodynamics roles.
Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or related field.
Hands-on experience applying Kalman filters or related state estimation techniques, including basic tuning and troubleshooting.
Proficiency with at least one major navigation/astrodynamics tool (e.g., MONTE, FreeFlyer, ODTK, GMAT, STK).
Working knowledge of tracking measurements (range, Doppler, angles, GPS, optical) and their impact on accuracy and observability.
What's in it for you?
Competitive compensation package
Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
Why IDR?
25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
Employee Stock Ownership Program
Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row
$115,500 - 148,400/year
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IDR is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in compliance with applicable Fair Chance laws. To comply with civil rights laws, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their race, ethnicity, gender, and veteran status. This information is confidential, optional, and will not affect your application. Pursuant to pay transparency laws, salary ranges and benefits will be disclosed where required by law. Compensation is based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at hr@idr-inc.com
