GNC Developer

Experis; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis in Stevenage is seeking a skilled GNC Developer/Algorithm Engineer to support autonomous navigation capabilities for rover platforms. The role focuses on designing, validating, and integrating advanced algorithms for on-board decision-making in challenging environments, with 3 days on-site in Stevenage.

You will work with ROS 2, robotics and sensor integration, and run simulations to validate performance, plus hands-on testing on prototype rovers.

Qualifications

• Strong background in robotics, control systems or autonomous systems.
• Experience with ROS/ROS 2 required.
• Proficiency in Python, C++ and MATLAB for algorithm development.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop GNC algorithms for rover navigation.
• Develop and maintain simulation models to validate algorithm performance.
• Integrate GNC algorithms with rover sensors and hardware interfaces; test on full-scale rovers.

Skills

Robotics

Control systems

Autonomous systems

ROS 2

Python

C++

MATLAB

LiDAR

IMU

Cameras

Field testing

Job description

GNC Developer

Rate - Negotiable

Stevenage - 3 days on-site

Clearance required: BPSS

'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process with Capgemini. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries.'

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled GNC (Guidance, Navigation & Control)*Developer/Algorithm*Engineer to support the development of autonomous navigation capabilities for rover platforms. The role focuses on designing, validating, and integrating advanced algorithms that enable intelligent, on-board decision-making in challenging environments.

Key Responsibilities

Algorithm Development

• Design and develop advanced GNC algorithms for autonomous rover navigation
• Implement capabilities to enable real-time, on-board decision-making and autonomy
• Ensure robustness and reliability of algorithms for operation in complex terrains

Simulation & Prototyping

• Develop and maintain numerical simulation models to validate algorithm performance
• Integrate GNC algorithms with rover sensor systems and hardware interfaces
• Support rapid prototyping activities using Robot Operating System (ROS 2)

Testing & Validation

• Validate algorithm performance within custom simulation environments
• Conduct hands-on testing on full-scale prototype rovers, including: Indoor testing in controlled environments, Outdoor field trials in realistic terrain
• Analyse test results and iterate on algorithm performance

Preferred Skills & Experience (optional to include if needed)

• Must have a strong background in robotics, control systems, or autonomous systems
• Must have an experience with ROS / ROS 2
• Proficiency in simulation tools and algorithm development (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB)
• Experience working with sensor integration (e.g., LiDAR, IMU, cameras)
• Familiarity with field testing and real-world system validation