GNC Engineer (Guidance, Navigation & Control)

Evolved; Linköpings kommun; On-site; SEK 489,502 - 707,059; Full time

Job summary

Evolved in Linkoping, Sweden is looking for a GNC Engineer to design and implement guidance logic for interception, landing, and multi-vehicle coordination. This role demands collaboration with flight controls and autonomy teams.

The successful candidate will have expertise in control theory, path planning, and algorithms for evasion. Experience with MATLAB and Python is essential, as well as a strong mathematical background. Join us to make a real-world impact!

Qualifications

• Experience in control theory and dynamics.
• Proficiency in path planning and trajectory optimisation.
• Knowledge of pursuit/evasion algorithms.
• Strong mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement optimal trajectories and intercept logic.
• Develop collision avoidance and landing approaches.
• Integrate guidance with PX4 controllers.
• Simulate target motion and future states.
• Validate performance in simulation and flight tests.

Skills

Control theory and dynamics

Path planning and trajectory optimisation

Pursuit / evasion algorithms (PN/APN/DPN)

Strong mathematical modelling

Tools

MATLAB

Python (NumPy/SciPy)

PX4 SITL

MPC libraries

Job description

Evolved Aerospace develops mission-critical aerospace systems designed for real operational use.

We combine autonomy, software, sensing, and systems integration to deliver capability that performs in contested and constrained environments — not just in test settings.

Our work is guided by a simple principle: platforms are means, not the objective. Mission outcomes define success.

GNC Engineer (Guidance, Navigation & Controls)

Location: Linkoping, Sweden

Team: Onboard Autonomy

You’ll design and implement guidance logic for interception, landing, and multi-vehicle coordination, working closely with flight controls and autonomy teams.

Responsibilities

• Implement optimal trajectories and intercept logic
• Develop collision avoidance and landing approaches
• Integrate guidance with PX4 controllers
• Simulate target motion and future states
• Validate performance in simulation and flight tests

Core Skills

• Control theory and dynamics
• Path planning and trajectory optimisation
• Pursuit / evasion algorithms (PN/APN/DPN)
• Strong mathematical modelling

Tools & Tech

• MATLAB
• Python (NumPy/SciPy)
• PX4 SITL
• MPC libraries

If you’re driven by real-world impact, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply below or contact Connor Hird via LinkedIn or [e-mail].

Evolved Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer.