Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer- Orlando

Lockheed Martin; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Orlando, FL is seeking an experienced Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer. You will specialize in modeling and simulation of complex technical solutions within Missiles and Fire Control, joining a team of systems technologists and algorithm developers.

The role involves designing model architectures, verifying high-fidelity simulations, and supporting ground and flight test activities, including HWIL.

Qualifications

• Post Secondary STEM degree with 1+ years of relevant experience.
• US Citizenship as an Interim Clearance is required to start.
• Proficiency in C++.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and document model and simulation requirements and architecture.
• Develop, verify, and validate complex models and simulations (e.g., 6-DOF missile/rocket/interceptor/UAS).
• Evaluate system performance in complex scenarios and verify requirements at system and subsystem levels.
• Leverage GNC principles to design digital representations of prototype systems for evaluations and trade studies.
• Support ground and flight test efforts including HWIL activities.
• Support program reviews and technical interchange meetings with leadership or customers.

Skills

GNC knowledge

Algorithms design

Math skills

C++ programming

Education

STEM degree

Tools

C++

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Standard Job Description

By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours.

Standard Job Description

By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours. At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

What You Will Be Doing

We Are Seeking An Guidance, Navigation, And Control (GNC) Engineer Who Will Specialize In Modeling And Simulation Of Complex Technical Solutions. This Person Will Join a Highly Skilled Team Of Systems Engineering Technologists And Algorithm Developers Supporting Various Contracts And IRADs Within Missiles And Fire Control. Modeling & Simulation Engineer Tasks Include

• Design Develop and documentation of model and simulation requirements and architecture
• Develop, verify, and validate both complex models and simulations such as missile/rocket/interceptor/UAS 6-degree-of-freedom simulations (6-DOF) and effects-based simulations
• Evaluate system performance in complex scenarios and environments and verify system and subsystem level requirements
• Leverage GNC principles to design digital representations of prototype systems for performance evaluations and trade studies
• Support ground and flight test efforts including Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) activities
• Support program reviews and technical interchange meetings with internal leadership and/or external customers

Why Join Us

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

Relocation assistance is possible for this exciting position.

Basic Qualifications

• Post Secondary STEM degree with 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Must be a US Citizen as an Interim Clearance is required to start.
• Candidate must have fundamental proficiency in C++
• Proficient in either MATLAB or Python
• Candidate must have demonstrated the ability to perform one or more of the following Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) or Modeling and Simulation (M&S) assignments based on completed course work or professional experience:
• Develop and analyze algorithms such as guidance, navigation, autopilot, inertial tracking, and servo control algorithms
• Develop and/or verify/validate complex vehicle models and simulations such as missile 6-degree-of-freedom simulations
• Demonstrate strong math skills in the areas of linear algebra, matrix math, statistics, trigonometry, and coordinate transformations

Desired Skills

Desired skills :

• Proficiency with Python and Linux
• Experience with Agile development
• Experience with DevOps/DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines and software version control such as Git
• Strong written/verbal communication and organizational and interpersonal skills
• Active Secret Clearance

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $81100.00 - $150500.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.