Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer 3

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer 3 for a contract opportunity in Seal Beach, CA. This on-site role requires strong expertise in GN&C algorithms, high-fidelity simulations, and flight software integration.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, Python, and experience with aerospace or space platforms, with a preference for candidates holding an active T5/SB I clearance.

Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field and 5+ years of related work experience.
• Experience with aircraft, missile, spacecraft, autonomous platform or similar vehicles.
• Proficiency with MATLAB and Simulink.
• Proficiency developing GN&C algorithms, models and simulations.
• Experience developing with C/C++, Python or C#.
• Active Tier 5 clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and verify guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for spacecraft, re-entry vehicles, and hypersonic/airborne platforms.
• Develop and maintain 6 DOF dynamics simulations and associated analysis tools for mission and performance assessment.
• Implement and validate GN&C flight software (MATLAB/Simulink models and C/C++ prototypes) and integrate with testbeds and avionics.
• Apply astrodynamics and flight mechanics to mission design, novel orbit concepts, and trajectory optimization.
• Apply aerodynamics, atmospheric flight mechanics, and controls knowledge to support re-entry guidance and flight control functions.
• Develop powered and unpowered guidance laws and autonomy tools for on orbit and atmospheric operations.
• Support troubleshooting of operational anomalies, functional tests, and service incidents.
• Produce concepts of operations, simulation artifacts, and test procedures to enable rapid iteration from prototype to flight test.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams and communicate technical tradeoffs to stakeholders.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

GN&C algorithms

C/C++

Python

Security clearance preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer 3 for a contract opportunity in Seal Beach, CA.

100% onsite

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement 5+ years of related work experience (Ex. PhD, Master's + 3 or more years' related work experience).
• Engineering experience with aircraft, missile, spacecraft, autonomous platform or similar vehicles.
• Proficiency with MATLAB and Simulink.
• Proficiency developing GN&C algorithms, models and simulations.
• Experience developing with C/C++, Python or C#.
• Active Tier 5 (T5) Clearance, formerly known as Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) is Preferred

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Client is hiring GN&C Engineers to rapidly prototype, develop, and field novel space and hypersonic capabilities. ESG delivers first-of-kind solutions for customers in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, including the X-37B, the world's first fully autonomous, reusable spaceplane. You will design GN&C algorithms, build high fidelity simulations, implement and test flight software, and support integration and flight test in both atmospheric and space environments.

• Design, implement, and verify guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for spacecraft, re-entry vehicles, and hypersonic/airborne platforms.
• Develop and maintain 6 DOF dynamics simulations and associated analysis tools for mission and performance assessment.
• Implement and validate GN&C flight software (MATLAB/Simulink models and C/C++ prototypes) and integrate with testbeds and avionics.
• Apply astrodynamics and flight mechanics to mission design, novel orbit concepts, and trajectory optimization.
• Apply aerodynamics, atmospheric flight mechanics, and controls knowledge to support the design of re-entry guidance, navigation, and flight control functions.
• Develop powered and unpowered guidance laws and autonomy tools for on orbit and atmospheric operations.
• Support troubleshooting of operational anomalies, functional tests, and service incidents.
• Produce concepts of operations, simulation artifacts, and test procedures to enable rapid iteration from prototype to flight test.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams (systems engineering, avionics, test, and business development) and communicate technical tradeoffs to stakeholders.
• Independently identify inefficiencies, propose solutions, and implement reusable tools and automations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Accredited Degree in aerospace/aeronautical engineering (BS/MS/PhD).
• 10+ years related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with spacecraft operations, space environment effects, or hypersonic re-entry GN&C.
• Familiarity with state estimation and sensor fusion (e.g., Kalman filters), GPS/INS, or air data systems.
• Background in classical and modern control theory and nonlinear control design.
• Model based development experience and flight test support.
• Prior work on space or hypersonic programs.
• Ability to work effectively in broad, minimally defined design spaces and to communicate technical results clearly.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

WORK HOURS:

Full-Time/First Shift

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

ADDITIONAL:

• Domestic travel: Possible up to 5%.
• Possible OT opportunities.
• Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.