Guidance Navigation & Control Engineers (Senior or Principal)

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 183,000 - 298,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking Guidance Navigation & Control Engineers (Senior or Principal) in El Segundo, CA. You will design, implement, verify GN&C algorithms for spacecraft and develop 6-DOF simulations to assess performance.

Responsibilities include integrating GN&C flight software, conducting trajectory optimization studies, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with systems, avionics, and test teams. A Tier 5 clearance and 14+ years of related experience are typically required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field required.
• Active Tier 5 (SSBI) clearance required.
• 14+ years of relevant engineering experience in spacecraft GN&C.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and verify GN&C algorithms for spacecraft.
• Develop 6-DOF dynamics simulations and analysis tools.
• Implement GN&C flight software in MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++.
• Advance mission design, trajectory optimization, and autonomy tools.
• Lead projects, mentor teams, and communicate tradeoffs to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, avionics, test, and BD teams.
• Identify inefficiencies and build reusable tooling.

Skills

Spacecraft GN&C

MATLAB/Simulink

C/C++ programming

Tier 5 clearance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

C/C++

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Guidance Navigation & Control Engineers (Senior or Principal)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Position Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and verify guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for spacecraft

• 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

• Develop powered and unpowered guidance laws and autonomy tools for on‑orbit 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

• Lead engineering project teams, mentor engineers and advance job practices and techniques as it relates to GN&C

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 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

• Active Tier 5 (T5) Clearance, formerly known as Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) is required

• Level 5: 14+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Engineering experience with spacecraft

• Experience using MATLAB and Simulink

• Experience developing GN&C algorithms, models and simulations.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 6: 20+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Ability to work effectively in broad, minimally defined design spaces and to communicate technical results clearly

• Experience with spacecraft operations, space environment effects

• Programming experience in C/C++ or comparable languages sufficient to implement and test GN&C algorithms

• Familiarity with state estimation and sensor fusion (e.g., Kalman filters), GPS/INS

• Background in classical and modern control theory and nonlinear control design

• Model‑based development experience and flight test support.

• Leadership skills to lead and influence positive outcomes

• Previous experience leading, mentoring, and engaging individuals and teams

• Experience providing active mentorship and career guidance

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range Senior (Level 5): $182,750.00 - $247,250.00

Summary pay range Principal (Level 6): $220,150.00 - $297,850.00

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires a current Tier 5 (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program:

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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