GNC Research Engineer — Next-Gen Guidance Systems

Inuplands; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and finance workshops

Work-life balance initiatives

Discounts to local cultural activities

Job summary

A leading R&D firm in Cambridge is seeking a GNC Research Engineer to join their Hypersonic and Advanced Weapons group. This role focuses on designing next-generation weapon system concepts, requiring a systems analyst with experience in defense/missile applications. Candidates should possess a strong GNC background, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to national security. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, though a Master's or higher is preferred. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in defense/missile applications as a systems engineer or related role.
• Strong foundational understanding of technologies in the GNC field.
• Desire to address complex national challenges with innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Execute system engineering lifecycle assignments from requirements capture to deployment.
• Provide high-quality content for technical reports and presentations.
• Work in multi-disciplinary teams to execute engineering analyses and design trades.

Skills

Systems analyst with defense/missile experience

GNC subsystem design knowledge

Strong communication skills

Practical simulation-based analysis

Systems engineering process proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field

Master's degree or higher preferred

Tools

Modeling and simulation tools

SysML

Engineering analysis tools

Job description

A leading R&D firm in Cambridge is seeking a GNC Research Engineer to join their Hypersonic and Advanced Weapons group. This role focuses on designing next-generation weapon system concepts, requiring a systems analyst with experience in defense/missile applications. Candidates should possess a strong GNC background, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to national security. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, though a Master's or higher is preferred. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.