Sr Guidance, Navigation and Control Engineer
Job in
Englewood, Arapahoe County, Colorado, 80151, USA
Listed on 2026-10-18
Listing for:
AviHire
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-18
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Systems Engineer, Test Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Provide technical leadership for the design, development, and integration of GN&C algorithms and flight control software.
- Develop Simulink models to support flight controls development, vehicle dynamics, and linear/non‑linear simulation analysis.
- Lead and coordinate multi‑disciplinary engineering teams throughout the lifecycle of air vehicle development.
- Architect inner‑and outer‑loop control laws and create advanced control algorithms for both crewed and uncrewed aircraft.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in design reviews, program milestones, and technical discussions with leadership and customers.
- Develop and implement GN&C best practices, standards, and processes across the engineering organization.
- Generate clear, comprehensive reports documenting simulation results, test outcomes, trade studies, and alternatives analyses.
- Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and industry partners to drive collaboration and technical excellence.
- Identify opportunities for innovation, optimization, and continuous improvement across algorithms, models, and workflows.
- Provide technical leadership for the design, development, and integration of GN&C algorithms and flight control software.
- Develop Simulink models to support flight controls development, vehicle dynamics, and linear/non‑linear simulation analysis.
- Lead and coordinate multi‑disciplinary engineering teams throughout the lifecycle of air vehicle development.
- Architect inner‑and outer‑loop control laws and create advanced control algorithms for both crewed and uncrewed aircraft.
- Oversee end‑to‑end simulation campaigns, validation testing, and Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) test activities.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in design reviews, program milestones, and technical discussions with leadership and customers.
- Develop and implement GN&C best practices, standards, and processes across the engineering organization.
- Generate clear, comprehensive reports documenting simulation results, test outcomes, trade studies, and alternatives analyses.
- Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and industry partners to drive collaboration and technical excellence.
- Identify opportunities for innovation, optimization, and continuous improvement across algorithms, models, and workflows.
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- Typically 10+ years of relevant GN&C, flight controls, simulation, or aerospace engineering experience. Higher‑level degrees may substitute for experience.
- Deep understanding of engineering fundamentals, vehicle dynamics, stability, and control systems.
- Advanced experience with Computer‑Aided Engineering tools, analysis, and simulation environments.
- Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink for model development, control law design, and simulation analysis.
- Experience working within multi‑disciplinary design and development teams.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
- Experience with system modeling tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, STK, or Free Flyer.
- Background designing flight control laws for unmanned or optionally piloted aircraft systems.
- Knowledge of MIL‑STD‑1797B (Flying Qualities of Piloted Aircraft).
- Experience performing HIL testing of integrated flight control systems.
- Prior support of aircraft flight testing or vehicle performance evaluations.
- Experience with aerospace vehicles, sensor suites, actuation systems, and mission‑level GN&C.
- Familiarity with model‑based definition, parametric design, and orbital or flight mechanics.
- Demonstrated success leading baseline definition, integrated trade studies, and maturation of complex systems.
- Professional background in the Aerospace & Defense industry.
- 3 weeks paid time off, flex‑time options, and development opportunities.
- Leadership training, mentorship programs, and education reimbursement.
- Exclusive company events and a supportive team culture.
- Modern, collaborative campus environments (location specific)
- On‑site fitness centers.
- State‑of‑the‑art coffee bars.
- Full‑service cafeterias with planned breakfast and lunch.
- Access to scenic walking and biking trails.
- Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
- Ability to travel up to 10%.
- Work in an office or hybrid environment depending on program needs.
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