Senior Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer, Air Dominance & Strike - Advanced Effects

We are seeking exceptional GNC Engineers to shape the next generation of advanced tactical missile systems, strategic weapons, and hypersonic strike and defense systems. As a key contributor, you will develop, test, and integrate cutting-edge GNC architectures for subsonic, supersonic, and hypersonic autonomous systems, driving innovation in mission-critical capabilities.

- Develop, implement, and test algorithms for guidance, navigation, and control systems in line with project requirements.

- Design, implement, and assess the GNC architectures considering all elements, including sensors, actuators, and algorithms.

- Participate in all phases of system development, from concept to design, prototyping, testing, and operation.

- Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team including systems engineers, flight software engineers, and test engineers to ensure system-wide integration and performance.

- Contribute to design reviews, safety assessments, and system documentation.

- Use simulation and analysis tools to verify GNC models and system performance under different operating conditions.

- Provide system engineering expertise in the development of GNC systems, ensuring a cohesive and efficient approach to the design and implementation process.

- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to GNC systems during design, testing, and operational phases.

- Keep updated with the latest technologies and trends in GNC engineering and system architecture design.

- BS in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering or related field with focus on dynamics and control

- A strong theoretical knowledge of flight mechanics, classical and modern control theory, estimation, and filtering techniques.

- Experience with developing GNC solutions for flight systems

- Proficiency with GNC simulation tools like MATLAB, Simulink and related toolboxes

- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret clearance

- 3 or more years of experience in Guidance, Navigation & Control engineering or related technical experience

- 8 or more years of experience in Guidance, Navigation & Control engineering or related technical experience

- 12 or more years of experience in Guidance, Navigation & Control engineering or related technical experience

- A MS or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is a plus

- Strong understanding of flight mechanics and related physics.

- Practical experience developing GNC designs for high speed flight systems and re-entry vehicles.

- Practical experience with Explicit Model Following, Dynamic Inversion, and Adaptive Control techniques.

- Extensive experience in GNC system and architecture development and testing, preferably in the aerospace industry.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

- Familiarity with agile and Lean product development methodologies such as Scrum.

- Understanding of and compliance with industry, safety, and quality standards appropriate for the application