Guidance and Control Engineer

The Guidance and Control Engineer at JPL's Mechanical Control Systems Division focuses on the procurement, design, development, and flight qualification of sensor systems for deep-space and earth-orbiting missions. This role involves leading hands-on hardware development, conducting field testing of prototype hardware, and proposing new sensor technologies for on-board spacecraft guidance, navigation, and control systems. The position requires expertise in inertial or optical sensors and experience in system engineering, testing, and operations support for unique missions.