GNC & Simulation Engineer, UAV Navigation (Equity Options)

NOMAD; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience

Full medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Opportunity for career advancement

Direct collaboration with industry experts

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in McKinney, Texas is seeking a Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) and Simulation Engineer. This high-impact role entails owning the navigation architecture for the RAIDER 330 UAS, developing GNC algorithms, and validating performance in challenging environments. Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering, over three years of GNC engineering experience, and proficiency in MATLAB and Simulink. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of GNC engineering experience on aerospace, defense, or UAS platforms.
• Demonstrated experience developing and validating navigation filters (EKF, UKF).
• Familiarity with 6-DOF rigid body dynamics and flight mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and tune GNC algorithms for the RAIDER 330 UAS.
• Build and maintain a high-fidelity simulation environment in MATLAB/Simulink.
• Integrate and evaluate navigation sensors into a cohesive solution.

Skills

Expert-level proficiency in MATLAB

Expert-level proficiency in Simulink

Proficiency in Python and/or C/C++

Strong foundation in estimation theory

Experience with GPS-denied navigation techniques

Strong analytical skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

A leading aerospace company in McKinney, Texas is seeking a Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) and Simulation Engineer. This high-impact role entails owning the navigation architecture for the RAIDER 330 UAS, developing GNC algorithms, and validating performance in challenging environments. Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering, over three years of GNC engineering experience, and proficiency in MATLAB and Simulink. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.