Relative Dynamics is a subcontractor supporting a Commercial Space contract. In this role, you will be employed by Relative Dynamics and assigned to work on projects in support of a Commercial Space project.
Relative Dynamics is seeking a Navigation Flight Software Engineer to support the lunar mission portfolio for a Commercial Space customer. This role requires regular on-site work in either Houston, TX or Glen Burnie, MD. This role is not eligible for remote work.
What You'll Get to Do: - Support real-time navigation flight software development, HWIL navigation sensor integration, performance, and testing.
- Work in a cross-functional team on the design, development, manufacture, test, and on-orbit operation of flight and ground support software for the lunar portfolio.
- Real-time flight software development and testing
- Integration and test of flight software in software- and hardware-in-the-loop environments
- Development of software- and hardware-in-the-loop environments
What You'll Need: Required Skills & Experience - MS in Aerospace Engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience preferred
- Experience with C, C++, and Python
- Experience with real-time software
- Experience with GN&C hardware including IMU, Star Trackers, GPS, LIDAR and OpNav
- Experience with SWIL and HWIL testing and integration
- Experience with GN&C sensor testing, planning, and modelling
- Experience supporting a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience with spacecraft dynamics and orbital mechanics
- Experience with JIRA and Agile processes
- Experience with Git version control preferred
Preferred Skills & Experience - Experience with navigation sensor hardware, Kalman filters, LIDAR, real-time software, Monte Carlo analysis, C/C++, Python, Trick, Bash, GEONS, CSPICE, GMAT, Monte
- Experience in relative navigation, image processing, and feature detection techniques
- Experience developing high fidelity, hardware/software-in-the-loop PNT or GN&C simulations
Who You Are:- Effective communicator who can translate complex technical concepts across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
- Customer-focused, with the ability to support government and agency partners while maintaining high service standards
- Dependable and accountable, consistently meeting commitments in regulated and deadline-driven environments
- Productive and results-oriented, balancing quality, efficiency, and innovation across projects
- Collaborative team player who contributes to shared goals and overall organizational success
What You'll Enjoy:- Grow your career with mobility, continuous learning, tuition reimbursement, and a personal development program in a culture that rewards innovation and impact
- Join a high-performing team that works together on meaningful, mission-driven work and support each other.
- Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, 401(k) with match, PTO, company holidays, and community engagement opportunities
