GNC Engineer

About the Company

Gimbal Space provides low-cost, reliable, and readily available satellite components for low-earth-orbit applications. Our mission is to democratize space by allowing easy access to high-quality products. We are a well-capitalized, venture-backed startup with a passionate, driven, and collaborative team. We focus on offering a rewarding work environment where you'll learn and make a significant impact, no matter where you are in your career. Join our diverse team of problem solvers in making space affordable Read more about our mission here .

About the role

As a GNC/Control Systems Engineer, you will be required to wear many hats and adapt to a fast-paced work environment. Your primary responsibilities will be:

1. Study, define, and design the operational modes of ADCS in Simulink based on the requirements.
2. Develop models that allow for simulation execution across multiple environments, such as Software-in-the-loop (SIL), virtualized hardware, or real Hardware-in-the-loop.
3. Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews.
4. Validate the simulated results with HIL results or hardware setup responses.

Minimum Requirements

1. B.Tech./B.E. in aerospace engineering, computer science, or electrical engineering with 2+ years of experience.
2. Strong knowledge of control systems, MATLAB, Python, and/or C/C++.
3. Great control systems fundamentals: second-order system understanding, stability analysis, controller design, linear and non-linear systems, and modeling a conventional controller on a linear system.
4. Strong learners with a high appetite to learn new skills, languages, and tools.
5. Capable of identifying and solving complex problems with a high degree of autonomy.

Preferred Requirements

1. Master's, M. Tech, or PhD in aerospace engineering, computer science/software engineering, or an engineering discipline
2. Familiarity with system dynamics, PID control, and controller tuning.
3. Familiarity with Control theory and orbital mechanics.
4. Prior experience in satellite design or the space industry.
5. Familiarity with GNC algorithm unit testing and implementation in flight software.

Additional Requirements

1. This is an on-site position in Bangalore, Karnataka.
2. Willingness to work long hours and weekends.
3. High-ownership and “no task too small” attitude.

What You’ll Gain

• You will perform meaningful work on real products critical to the company from day 1
• A portfolio of work that bridges design and space technology
• Real-world experience working directly with a cross-functional startup team
• Mentorship, flexibility, and exposure to the frontier of commercial space
• Competitive salary and perks