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Think you’ve got what it takes? \nAbout the Role \nAt Advanced Space, we're enabling humanity's return to the Moon and building the technologies that will take us to Mars and beyond. We're looking for a Sr. Navigation Engineer to lead the development of advanced spacecraft navigation solutions for some of the most ambitious missions in the space industry. \nThis is a hands-on technical leadership role. You'll own navigation strategies across the full mission lifecycle-from early mission formulation through flight operations-while mentoring engineers, solving complex astrodynamics challenges, and helping shape the future of space exploration. \nWe're looking for someone who thrives in technically demanding environments, enjoys tackling problems that haven't been solved before, and is excited to work alongside a team that's delivering real missions-not just concepts. \nThis position is open to U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents) only. Visa sponsorship is not available. \nAn active TS/SCI clearance is preferred but not required. \nAbout Advanced Space \nAdvanced Space exists to enable the sustainable exploration, development, and settlement of space through innovative software, mission services, and technology solutions. As the owner and operator of NASA's CAPSTONE™ mission and the Prime Contractor for AFRL's Oracle mission, we're helping shape the future of cislunar exploration while supporting commercial, civil, and national security customers. \nOur team combines deep technical expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset. We move quickly, collaborate across disciplines, and empower every engineer to make meaningful contributions. If you're passionate about solving challenging problems and seeing your work fly in space, you'll fit right in. \nWhat You'll Actually Do \nLead spacecraft navigation from concept through operations. \nOwn navigation strategy across every phase of the mission, including formulation, tracking architecture, orbit determination, estimation approaches, maneuver support, and on-orbit operations. You'll be the technical leader ensuring our navigation solutions perform when it matters most. \nBuild next-generation navigation solutions. \nDevelop and validate advanced Kalman filter configurations for challenging mission environments including multi-body dynamics, low-thrust trajectories, weak observability, and deep-space operations. You'll architect solutions that integrate mission design, GNC, communications, and ground systems into a cohesive navigation approach. \nOwn mission-critical flight operations. \nServe as the primary navigation lead during mission preparation and flight operations. Support console activities, perform real-time orbit determination, respond to anomalies, and provide technical leadership during critical mission events. \nDrive technical excellence. \nLead navigation analyses for major design reviews, communicate technical trades and mission risks, improve internal tools and operational processes, and help establish best practices that strengthen our navigation capabilities across the company. \nGrow the team and shape the future. \nMentor junior engineers, review technical work, and contribute to proposal efforts and internal research initiatives that define the next generation of navigation technologies and missions. \nWho Thrives Here \nYou have 8-12 years of experience in spacecraft navigation, orbit determination, flight dynamics, or a closely related discipline. \nYou've led complex navigation efforts and are comfortable owning technical decisions from concept through flight. \nYou have deep experience designing, tuning, and validating advanced Kalman filters across a variety of mission environments. \nYou're experienced with industry-standard astrodynamics and navigation tools such as MONTE, FreeFlyer, ODTK, GMAT, or STK. \nYou enjoy solving difficult technical problems and aren't intimidated by missions that push beyond traditional approaches. \nYou communicate complex technical concepts clearly, whether presenting to customers, leading design reviews, or mentoring teammates. \nYou enjoy collaborating across engineering disciplines and understand how navigation connects with mission design, GNC, communications, and flight operations. \nYou take ownership. When you see a challenge, you work with the team to solve it. \nBonus Points if You Have Experience With\nCislunar or deep-space navigation \nMultiple measurement types (radiometric, GPS, optical, angles-only) \nMONTE astrodynamics toolkit \nMulti-spacecraft missions \nNavigation support for maneuver planning and execution \nNavigation verification, CONOPS, or ICD development \nProposal leadership or IRAD development \nAn active or previous TS/SCI clearance \nA Master's or Ph.D. focused on astrodynamics, state estimation, or Kalman filtering\nSuccess is Measured By \nDelivering accurate, reliable navigation solutions across every mission phase. \nSuccessfully leading navigation efforts for flight operations and mission execution. \nBuilding robust estimation architectures for challenging mission environments. \nImproving navigation tools, processes, and operational efficiency. \nMentoring engineers and strengthening the technical capabilities of the navigation team. \nContributing to new mission concepts, proposals, and technology development that expand Advanced Space's capabilities. \nWhy Join Advanced Space \nWork on real missions that are shaping the future of lunar and deep-space exploration. \nHelp lead navigation efforts for cutting-edge spacecraft and mission concepts. \nCollaborate with some of the industry's top experts in astrodynamics, autonomy, and mission design. \nBe part of a growing company where your technical contributions have a direct impact on mission success. \nJoin a team that's passionate about delivering innovation to orbit-and beyond. \nCompensation & Benefits \nBase Salary: $132,000-$174,900 (based on experience, qualifications, and location) \nSigning bonus \nQuarterly performance bonuses \nCompany-sponsored medical benefits and 401(k) \nFlexible time off \nRelocation assistance \n Hybrid work schedule (minimum three days per week onsite) for employees within commuting distance of Westminster, Colorado \nRemote work may be available for exceptional candidates who reside outside the area and are unable to relocate \nAdvanced Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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