GN&C Flight Analyst: Hypersonic Flight Data & Estimation

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Generous benefits package

Robust retirement contributions

Job summary

Join Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab as a GN&C Flight Analyst. This role involves evaluating advanced missile and aerospace vehicle performance using simulation tools and real flight test data. Candidates should have a strong background in Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) and a B.S. degree in a related technical field.

The position offers unique collaboration opportunities with experts, challenging responsibilities, and a vibrant work environment that celebrates creativity and individuality.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant experience in GNC telemetry and navigation sensors.
• Willing to travel occasionally (2-3 trips per year).
• Able to obtain Interim Secret clearance and ultimately obtain Top-Secret level clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze flight test data from GNC telemetry and navigation sensors.
• Develop proficiency with analysis tools for understanding missile performance.
• Support design and maintenance of flight analysis software.
• Present findings to internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with experts in industry and academia.

Skills

Optimal Estimation Methods (Kalman Filters)

Inertial Navigation

Flight Data Analysis

Guidance and Controls Performance Analysis

Education

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics

Tools

Matlab object-oriented programming

Job description

Join Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab as a GN&C Flight Analyst. This role involves evaluating advanced missile and aerospace vehicle performance using simulation tools and real flight test data. Candidates should have a strong background in Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) and a B.S. degree in a related technical field.

The position offers unique collaboration opportunities with experts, challenging responsibilities, and a vibrant work environment that celebrates creativity and individuality.