Hypersonics GN&C Modeling & Simulation Engineer

Saic; Crane (IN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Saic is looking for a Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) Modeling and Simulation Aerospace Engineer in Crane, IN. This hybrid position involves designing, modeling, and validating GN&C systems for hypersonic weapons, focusing on simulation development and algorithm design.

The successful candidate will work closely with military personnel and take on responsibilities including trajectory analysis, performance evaluation, and system validation, contributing directly to weapon system optimization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in GNC engineering, missile guidance, flight controls, or related system modeling.
• Interim clearance required with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine GNC algorithms for guidance, control, and navigation.
• Support modeling and simulation of hypersonic weapon systems.
• Perform trajectory analysis and stability assessments.
• Analyze telemetry and flight test data to validate system performance.
• Conduct Monte Carlo analysis and system performance studies.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

C/C++

FORTRAN

Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Physics

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Saic is looking for a Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) Modeling and Simulation Aerospace Engineer in Crane, IN. This hybrid position involves designing, modeling, and validating GN&C systems for hypersonic weapons, focusing on simulation development and algorithm design.

The successful candidate will work closely with military personnel and take on responsibilities including trajectory analysis, performance evaluation, and system validation, contributing directly to weapon system optimization.