GNC Modeling & Simulation Engineer - Grand Prairie, TX
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Software Engineer
Overview
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. We are seeking an experienced Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer who will specialize in Modeling and Simulation (M&S) of complex technical solutions to join our team in sunny Grand Prairie, Texas!!
WhatYou Will Be Doing
This person will join a highly skilled team of systems engineering technologists and algorithm developers supporting various contracts and IRADs within Missiles and Fire Control. Modeling & Simulation Engineer tasks include:
- Design and documentation of model and simulation requirements and architecture
- Develop, verify, and validate both complex models and simulations such as missile 6-degree-of-freedom simulations (6-DOF) and effects-based simulations
- Evaluate system performance in complex scenarios and environments and verify system and subsystem level requirements
- Perform critical studies, analyses, and test activities
- Support ground and flight test efforts including Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) activities
- Support program reviews and technical interchange meetings with internal leadership and/or external customers
The candidate must have experience in weapon system and/or sensor modeling, both for the items to be modeled, and the synthetic modeled environments used to stimulate the simulated hardware.
The M&S Engineer must be able to work with subsystem and software engineers to integrate MATLAB models, C++ models, and actual tactical software into the simulations.
The M&S Engineer must be proficient in C++ and MATLAB. The candidate must have good communication skills and must be comfortable working in a collaborative environment.
Why Join UsWe are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options.
Further information about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package is available here.
Further Information About This OpportunityThis position is in Dallas. Relocation assistance is possible for this exciting position.
Basic Qualifications:
- Must have a college degree in aerospace engineering, computer science, physics, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, or similar field
- Experience modeling complex RF and IR sensor systems
- Active Secret Security Clearance
- Willing to work onsite in a classified area or lab environment
- Proficiency in C++ and MATLAB
- Ability to develop and/or verify/validate complex vehicle models and simulations such as missile 6-degree-of-freedom simulations
- Strong written/verbal communication and organizational and interpersonal skills
- An active U.S. DOD Secret clearance with an investigation date in the last 5 years
- Advanced proficiency in C++
- Experience operating in Linux environments
- Experience with Agile development
- Experience deploying algorithms and models that satisfy real-time performance requirements
- Experience with Dev Ops/Dev Sec Ops CI/CD pipelines and software version control such as Git
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework:
The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate…
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