GNC Engineer

mbdaus; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

mbdaus in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a highly skilled Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer to join their engineering team. This full-time role involves designing and developing algorithms for advanced aerospace applications, performing state estimation, and developing simulations to support system verification.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in GNC or controls engineering, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and strong analytical skills. Travel may be required, and ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in guidance, navigation, and control or controls engineering.
• Experience designing autopilot and control algorithms.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and analyze guidance, navigation, and control algorithms.
• Develop autopilot and control laws for dynamic systems.
• Collaborate with systems, software, and test engineering teams.

Skills

Guidance, navigation, and control algorithms

Autopilot design

State estimation techniques

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering (preferred)

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

About the Role

MBDA is seeking a highly skilled Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. This role supports the design, development, and verification of guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems for advanced aerospace applications. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing autopilot and control algorithms, performing target state estimation, and contributing to high‑fidelity simulation development. The position supports both laboratory and field‑testing activities and includes collaboration with internal teams and U.S. Department of Defense customers in secure environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and analyze guidance, navigation, and control algorithms
• Develop autopilot and control laws for dynamic systems
• Perform target state estimation, filtering, and sensor fusion
• Develop and maintain simulations and models to support system design and verification
• Support hardware‑in‑the‑loop, software‑in‑the‑loop, and system‑level testing
• Assist with field testing and customer‑supported test activities as required
• Collaborate with systems, software, and test engineering teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field desired but not required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in guidance, navigation, and control or controls engineering
• Experience designing autopilot and control algorithms
• Experience with state estimation techniques (e.g., Kalman filtering or related methods)
• Experience developing simulations using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink or equivalent
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret clearance

Preferred Experience

• Experience with real‑time embedded control systems
• Experience with hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) and software‑in‑the‑loop (SIL) testing
• Experience with flight dynamics modeling and sensor modeling
• Familiarity with missile, UAV, or aerospace vehicle systems
• Experience supporting test activities with DoD customers

Additional Information

• Full‑time position; overtime may be required to meet project deadlines.
• Must be able and willing to travel as needed.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MBDA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other protected class.