System and Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer (DSC/CY)

ST Engineering; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled 'System and Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer' to lead the development of advanced underwater systems. This role involves technical leadership in systems engineering alongside hands-on experience in GNC solutions, supporting complex underwater system optimizations and ensuring performance meets business goals.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Comprehensive benefits

Collaborative workplace

Qualifications

• Proven experience in design and validation of complex engineering systems, preferably in underwater or autonomous domains.
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage trade-offs between performance, cost, and risk.
• Excellent communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead system design and integration across full lifecycle.
• Plan and manage system trials, ensuring compliance with requirements.
• Develop GNC algorithms tailored for underwater platforms.

Skills

Knowledge in Control Engineering

Design and integration of complex systems

Technical expertise in GNC

Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink

Working knowledge of C/C++

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Job description

About ST Engineering

ST Engineering is a global technology, defence, and engineering group with offices across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the U.S., serving customers in more than 100 countries. The Group uses technology and innovation to solve real-world problems and improve lives through its diverse portfolio of businesses across the aerospace, smart city, defence, and public security segments. Headquartered in Singapore, ST Engineering ranks among the largest companies listed on the Singapore Exchange.

Our history spans more than 50 years, and our strategy is underpinned by our core values – Integrity, Value Creation, Courage, Commitment and Compassion. These 5 core values guide every aspect of our business and are embedded in our ST Engineering culture – from the people we hire, to working with each other, to our partners and customers.

About our Business

Our Unmanned & Integrated Systems business offers holistic solutions in system engineering and integration. We pioneer maritime robotics and autonomy solutions, provide system integration for complex naval and island air defence System-of-Systems (SoS), and take care of the operation and maintenance of Command, Control, Communications, Computers Intelligence (C4I) systems. We cater to the needs of Defence, Public Safety & Security, and Commercial clients worldwide, providing seamless and innovative services that redefine possibilities.

Together, We Can Make A Significant Impact

We are looking for a skilled System and Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer to lead the development of advanced underwater systems. This role combines technical leadership in systems engineering with hands-on expertise in GNC, supporting the full system lifecycle from concept to deployment and sustainment.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams to design, integrate, and optimize complex underwater systems, balancing performance, cost, and risk while aligning with business goals. In parallel, you will directly contribute to developing and implementing robust GNC solutions for subsea environments, ensuring precise and reliable system performance.

Be Part of Our Success

• Lead System Design and Integration. Oversee the architecture, design, and integration of complex underwater systems across their full lifecycle - concept, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment.

• Plan and Manage Trials. Develop and coordinate system-level trials, including experimentation, verification and validation (V&V), and sea trials to ensure system performance and compliance with requirements.

• Develop GNC Algorithms and Solutions. Design, implement, and validate guidance, navigation, and control algorithms tailored for underwater platforms, ensuring high accuracy and reliability in dynamic marine environments.

• Drive Technical Leadership Across Disciplines. Coordinate and lead cross-functional engineering teams, ensuring cohesive system development that aligns with project and business objectives.

• Perform System Analysis and Troubleshooting. Conduct analytical assessments to evaluate system behaviour, identify root causes of technical issues, and implement effective solutions.

• Balance Performance, Cost, and Risk. Identify and assess technical risks early in the development cycle and develop effective mitigation strategies. Evaluate and balance design trade-offs to meet system performance targets while optimizing cost and minimizing program risk.

• Ensure Compliance and Documentation. Ensure compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and contractual requirements, and ensure clear, accurate, and comprehensive documentation.

Qualities We Value

• Knowledge in Control Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred.

• Proven experience in the design, integration, and validation of complex engineering systems, preferably in underwater or autonomous domains.

• Deep technical expertise in GNC, including control theory, state estimation, and sensor fusion techniques.

• Proficiency with modelling and simulation tools, particularly MATLAB/Simulink.

• Working knowledge of C/C++

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage trade-offs between performance, cost, and risk.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex system-level issues.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong attention to detail in preparing technical documentation, leading design reviews, and engaging with stakeholders.

• Singaporean only

Our Commitment That Goes Beyond the Norm

• An environment where you will be working on cutting-edge technologies and architectures.

• Safe space where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone’s unique contributions are celebrated.

• Meaningful work and projects that make a difference in people’s lives.

• A fun, passionate and collaborative workplace.

• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits.

Location: Ang Mo Kio