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Navigation Engineer (2-5 yrs) The team at Advanced Space is leading humanity back to the Moon and pioneering innovative solutions in the space industry. Based in Westminster, Colorado, this incredible team is looking for a  Navigation Engineer who's eager to push the state of the art in the aerospace industry.   This position is responsible for development of navigation algorithms, supporting a technically diverse team, and conducting detailed analyses related to spacecraft navigation. The ideal candidate will have experience in developing spacecraft navigation software, evaluating new estimation formulations, and improving legacy approaches to spacecraft navigation. This role will support multiple projects and programs, such as the CAPSTONE mission, the Oracle mission for space situational awareness at the Moon for the Air Force Research Lab, and infrastructure for commercial, civil, and national security missions to the Moon.   This position will be headquartered at our Westminster, Colorado offices and is primarily an on-premises role. The Spacecraft Navigation Engineer will work closely with a multidisciplinary engineering team focused on spacecraft navigation, mission design, and technology development.   This position is open to U.S. Persons only (U.S. citizens, or lawful permanent residents), as required by applicable laws and regulations.   We do not provide visa sponsorship or support work authorization for this role. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship.   Responsibilities:   Understanding of state estimation and Kalman filter fundamentals   Familiarity with common navigation filter architectures   Experience performing orbit determination analyses for defined mission scenarios   Ability to configure force models, measurement models, and estimation setups   Experience processing and assessing radiometric, optical, GPS, or similar tracking data   Ability to perform data editing, residual assessment, and basic filter diagnostics   Experience conducting covariance analysis and interpreting navigation uncertainty   Proficiency with astrodynamics/navigation tools; Monte or similar accepted   Scripting/software skills sufficient to support navigation analysis workflows and ground or flight software algorithm development   Experience in the following would be beneficial but not mandatory:   Direct experience with Monte   Exposure to navigation flight operations   Familiarity with mission design / maneuver planning    Familiarity with systems integration, ICDs, and verification activities   Experience with standard engineering process and configuration control   Experience supporting IRAD or proposal activities    Compensation and Benefits:   Base Salary Range – $92,000 - $121,000 based on role, employee experience, and location* Signing bonus Quarterly Performance bonuses Company provided health insurance and 401K plan upon eligibility   Fully stocked breakroom with free snacks, drinks, and grab-and-go options Relocation Assistance Eligibility requirements   2-5 years of professional experience in spacecraft navigation, orbit determination, or related astrodynamics roles This is an  IMMEDIATE  hiring need.  Applicants must be a US Person (citizen or Green Card Holder/permanent resident, or protected individual) Ability to work in the Westminster, CO office 5 days/week during core business hours   About the company:   Advanced Space exists to enable the sustainable exploration, development, and settlement of space through software and services that leverage unique subject matter expertise. The company is actively suppor