RPO Navigation Engineer (Visual Navigation & Sensors)
Dawnaerospace
About this role
Dawn Aerospace is seeking an RPO Navigation Engineer to develop and integrate visual navigation systems for an on-orbit refueling spacecraft. This role involves creating software algorithms, owning sensor hardware, and collaborating on system design to ensure precise rendezvous and proximity operations in space.
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About Dawnaerospace
dawnaerospace.comDawn Aerospace is a New Zealand aerospace company that develops reusable launch and in‑space propulsion systems for small satellites and responsive space missions. They design and manufacture rocket engines, spaceplane technology, and related hardware paired with flight testing and mission services to enable rapid, frequent access to space and agile on‑orbit maneuvering. Dawn targets commercial and government customers seeking lower‑cost, fast‑turnaround launch and propulsion solutions built around iterative testing and operational reliability.
About Dawnaerospace
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$115k – $159k
per year
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