Lead Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer

Boeing; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 170,850 - 231,150; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security's Air Dominance division in Hazelwood, MO is hiring a Lead Guidance Navigation and Control Engineer to design, simulate and validate GNC systems for fighter and air dominance programs.

You will lead model development, integrate control laws, mentor teammates, and collaborate with flight test and VMS teams. A BS and 14+ years with GNC are required.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Math, Physics, Chemistry or related field.
• 14+ years of work experience with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination.
• 5+ years of GNC engineering experience.
• Experience using Matlab/Simulink to model systems.

Responsibilities

• Define GNC mission requirements and ensure traceability from system to component.
• Use multidisciplinary data to develop and refine a nonlinear 6 DOF simulation model.
• Develop and test vehicle models and controllers in C, C++, FORTRAN, Python.
• Design flight control laws to meet design and performance targets.
• Use nonlinear analysis to assess and refine control laws.
• Validate models against test data to improve simulation accuracy.
• Develop supplementary controllers, limiters, mode logic, and signal shaping.
• Collaborate with flight simulation and VMS engineers to integrate control laws.
• Support flight simulations including desktop, software, and real-time simulations.
• Lead design reviews, analyses, simulations and testing; train others.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

MatrixX

C

C++

FORTRAN

Python

Job description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security’s Air Dominance division

We are hiring a Lead Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer in Hazelwood, MO. Propelled by a team with an innovative spirit that transcends cultures, Air Dominance delivers decisive mission advantages through cutting‑edge capabilities and supports design, manufacturing, and services for a broad portfolio of military aircraft. These roles support new product design, development, integration and flight test in guidance, modeling and simulation, flight control and subsystem control for the expanding Air Dominance portfolio, including F‑15, F/A‑18, MQ‑25, T‑7A and new proprietary air dominance programs.

Position Responsibilities

• Define Guidance, Navigation and Control mission requirements and ensure requirements traceability and quality from the system level to component level
• Use multidisciplinary model data (aero, mass properties, propulsion, etc.) to develop and refine a complex, nonlinear 6 degrees of freedom simulation model
• Use various software languages, C, C++, FORTRAN, Python, etc. to develop, implement, integrate and test vehicle models and controllers
• Design flight control laws using modern linear control design techniques and tools to achieve design and performance targets
• Use advanced nonlinear analysis to assess and refine the control law design
• Perform model validation against test data to inform and improve the accuracy of the simulation environment
• Develop supplementary controllers, limiters, mode logic, and signal shaping to properly bound performance within all areas of the flight envelope
• Work with flight simulation and Vehicle Management Systems (VMS) software engineers to incorporate control laws into the operational flight program
• Support flight simulations including desktop, software, and real‑time simulations
• Support hardware in the loop development and testing
• Support flight testing planning and execution
• Lead design reviews, analyses, simulations and component/system testing to ensure delivery of products that meet or exceed customer requirements and expectations
• Train and coach others

Basic Qualifications

• 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
• 14+ years work‑related experience with a Bachelors degree OR an equivalent combination of work‑related experience and technical education
• 5+ years of experience with Guidance Navigation and Control engineering
• Experience using Matlab/Simulink or MatrixX to model systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance or higher
• Experience with simulation, system and component modeling
• Experience with implementing algorithms in real‑time systems
• Hardware in the Loop Simulator (HILS) experience
• Prior experience in flight test support

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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 (DFW) 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.

The Boeing 401(k)

Helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best‑in‑class retirement benefit features:

• Best in class 401(k) plan: we’ll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with immediate 100% vesting
• Student Loan Match: allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match‑eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts

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

Summary pay range: $170,850 – $231,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 29, 2026.

Export Control Requirements

This is not an Export Control position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post‑Start is required. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.