GNC Engineer

Position: GNC Engineer I
** Worker Type
** Regular
* * Job Description
**** Summary
* * The
** GNC Engineer I
** is responsible for the rigorous analytical design, stability analysis, and integration of flight control laws for advanced aerospace platforms. This role leverages a deep understanding of classical control systems and dynamic systems to ensure robust performance across complex flight envelopes. The GNC Engineer I assists in developing technical proposals and project estimates, resolves engineering conflicts through data-driven analysis, and ensures that the aerodynamic and controlled-motion requirements of the product are fully realized.
** Key Technical Focus Areas**
* ** Guidance, Navigation, & Control (60%):
** Develop and implement control algorithms utilizing aerodynamic coefficients and vehicle dynamics. You will be responsible for building and maintaining high-fidelity 6-Degree-of-Freedom (6

DOF) simulations to validate system performance and stability margins.
* ** Flight Testing & Validation (20%):
** Bridge the gap between simulation and reality by supporting flight test campaigns, analyzing telemetry, and refining models based on real-world performance.
* ** Sensors & Actuation (10%):
** Specify, integrate, and characterize navigation sensors (IMUs, GPS, air-data systems, gimbal systems, visual based navigation) and actuation systems, ensuring the hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) matches theoretical dynamics.
* ** Avionics & Software (10%):
** Support GNC-related hardware design and contribute to the embedded software architecture required to execute real-time flight logic.
** Position Responsibilities
*** Supports the design, development and validation of the flight control system for current and new products
* Supports system interfaces, test and flight test activities from subscale to full scale within  perimeter
* Supports implementation of designed flight control algorithms on to the aircraft flight control system hardware
* Supports the preparation and execution of validating the flight control system including analysis (SIL/HIL/iron bird)
* Ensures proper integration and validation of the flight control system together with the avionic system
* Supports the test team as required to explore and validate technical solutions
* Works on problems of limited scope and follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained
* Normally receives detailed instructions on all work under general supervision and mentorship
* Other duties as assigned
** Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
*** Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
* Up to 2 years' of combined experience in aircraft design and/or project management, GN&C, flight testing, systems engineering and program management
* Demonstrated hands-on attitude with a strong development experience
* Has basic knowledge of engineering disciplines and prior experience in the development of any of these systems for manned or unmanned air vehicles:
Autopilot hardware and software;
Flight control hardware and software;
Part 23 & part 27 aircraft certification;
Ground control communications hardware and software;
Ground control support equipment;
Air vehicle subsystems integration & test;
Air vehicle systems communications hardware and software
* Travel within the continental U.S. is required to support flight test operations (up to 20%)
** Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
*** Familiar with C++, MATLAB/Simulink, office software and computer-based productivity tools. Demonstrated competence in engineering processes and design tools including Git
* Familiar with office software and computer based productivity tools. Demonstrated competence in engineering processes and design tools
* Familiar with the appropriate design and simulation tools and validation techniques
* Demonstrates strong communication (verbal & written), presentation and collaboration skills
* Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
* Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish…