Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer; Experienced, Lead, Senior

Position: Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer (Experienced, Lead, Senior)
** Job Description*
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** Boeing Defense, Space & Security's Experimental Systems Group (ESG)
** is hiring  
** GN&C Engineers
** across  
** Experienced, Lead, and Senior levels
** to rapidly prototype, develop, and field novel space and hypersonic capabilities. ESG delivers first-of-kind solutions for customers in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, including the X-37B, the world's first fully autonomous, reusable space plane. You will design GN&C algorithms, build high‑fidelity simulations, implement and test flight software, and support integration and flight test in both atmospheric and space. Career growth opportunities are available for candidates with a passion for spacecraft or aircraft GN&C.

environments.

** Key Responsibilities*
* + Design, implement, and verify guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for spacecraft, re-entry vehicles, and hypersonic/airborne platforms.

+ Develop and maintain 6‑DOF dynamics simulations and associated analysis tools for mission and performance assessment.

+ Implement and validate GN&C flight software (MATLAB/Simulink models and C/C++ prototypes) and integrate with testbeds and avionics.

+ Apply astrodynamics and flight mechanics to mission design, novel orbit concepts, and trajectory optimization.

+ Apply aerodynamics, atmospheric flight mechanics, and controls knowledge to support the design of re-entry guidance, navigation, and flight control functions.

+ Develop powered and unpowered guidance laws and autonomy tools for on‑orbit and atmospheric operations.

+ Support troubleshooting of operational anomalies, functional tests, and service incidents.

+ Produce concepts of operations, simulation artifacts, and test procedures to enable rapid iteration from prototype to flight test.

+ Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (systems engineering, avionics, test, and business development) and communicate technical tradeoffs to stakeholders.

+ Independently identify inefficiencies, propose solutions, and implement reusable tools and automations.

** Basic Qualifications*
* + Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

+ 5+ years of related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (Ex. PhD, Master's + 3 or more years' related work experience)

+ Engineering experience with aircraft, missile, spacecraft, autonomous platform or similar vehicles

+ Proficiency with MATLAB and Simulink

+ Proficiency developing GN&C algorithms, models and simulations

+ Experience developing with C/C++, Python or C#.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Degree in aerospace/aeronautical engineering (BS/MS/PhD)

+ 10+  years related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

+ Active Tier 5 (T5) Clearance, formerly known as Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) is Preferred

+

Experience with spacecraft operations, space environment effects, or hypersonic re‑entry GN&C

+ Familiarity with state estimation and sensor fusion (e.g., Kalman filters), GPS/INS, or air data systems

+ Background in classical and modern control theory and nonlinear control design

+ Model‑based development experience and flight test support.

+ Prior work on space or hypersonic programs

+ Ability to work effectively in broad, minimally defined design spaces and to communicate technical results clearly.

** Relocation:*
* This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Note:

Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates

** Drug Free Workplace:*
* Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies _._

** Pay & Benefits:*
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