Navigation Engineer III
Job ID: 502005 Posted 18 hours ago
Westminster, Colorado
Direct Hire
Systems Engineering
115,500 – 148,400/year
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IDR is seeking a Navigation Engineer III to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Westminster, CO . Write 2-3 sentences summarizing this role and company (example industry) without naming the company or mentioning compensation. 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
- #LI-Hybrid
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IDR, Inc. is an award-winning, employee-owned staffing firm with headquarters in Alpharetta, GA and offices in the Nashville, Dallas, and Denver markets. Founded in 1998, IDR has grown to serve businesses and professionals across industries including IT, healthcare, accounting and finance, government services, and professional services. Recognized for our expertise and the high-touch approach of our Engagement Management Program, IDR continues to build rewarding partnerships with companies and consultants. Our best-in-class service has earned IDR ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing Client and Talent awards for ten consecutive years, in addition to awards from Staffing Industry Analysts and Best and Brightest Companies to Work For. With our commitment to empowering talent and developing leaders, we’re passionate about what we do and how we do it, and we look forward to working with you.