Senior GNC Engineer

Cummings-Aerospace-; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummings-Aerospace- in Arlington, Virginia is seeking a Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer to support GNC modeling, simulation tools, and trade studies for a hypersonic system. This full-time exempt role reports to the Program Manager.

The position requires a BS in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering (MS preferred), 12+ years of DoD GNC experience, and proficiency in C and C++. You will lead analyses, develop models, and deliver technical products to customers.

Qualifications

• BS in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering required; MS preferred.
• 12+ years of DoD GNC design, development and test experience.
• Modeling GNC systems and conducting missile system trade studies.
• Proficient in C and C++ programming.
• Strong communication and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Able to adapt to changing requirements and deliver on time.

Responsibilities

• Apply classical and modern methods to GNC design, analysis, and simulation.
• Develop GNC models and algorithms for vehicle simulations.
• Conduct GNC trade studies to support design and performance analyses.
• Support hardware-in-the-loop test bed development and execution.
• Document results and present to leads, management, and customers.
• Lead development and on-time delivery of technical products to customers.
• Assist program management tasks including planning, scheduling and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
• Support program meetings and technical reviews with customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GNC system design

GNC modeling

Missile system trade studies

C/C++ programming

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Education

BS in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering

MS degree preferred

Job description

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Full Time Arlington, VA, US

Overview

The Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer position is a full-time exempt position. The individual will support the development of GNC modeling and simulation tools and algorithms, perform GNC trade studies and performance assessments of a hypersonic system. The individual will report to the Program Manager.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of classical and modern methods, theories, and research techniques in the design, analysis, modeling, and simulation of GNC systems.
• Develop GNC models and algorithms for implementation in aerospace vehicle simulations
• Perform engineering trade studies to support GNC design and/or performance analysis
• Support hardware-in-the-loop test bed development, integration, and execution for aerospace vehicles
• Document and present analysis results to technical leads, management, and/or customers
• Lead the development and on-time delivery of technical products to our customers
• May assist with program management tasks including: personnel management, resource planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting
• Ensure corporate policies and procedures are adhered to in the day to day performance of duties
• Support program meetings and technical reviews with internal and external customers
• Support other duties as assigned

Skillsand Competencies

• BS degree in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering required, MS preferred
• At least 12 years of engineering experience with GNC system design, development, and test for DoD program required
• Experience modeling GNC systems and conducting missile system trade studies required
• Experience coding in C and C++ required
• Ability to work as an individual contributor or in a dynamic team environment
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements and design implementations
• Good oral and written communication skills are required
• Ability to organize work and deliver on time work products