Senior GNC Engineer: Hypersonics, Flight Control & Systems

Blue Sky Innovators; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 20,113,000 - 34,385,000; Part time

Job summary

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. seeks a mid-to-senior engineer/scientist with GNC architecture development for a part-time position (50% effort). On-site at the client site in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities include leading TIMs/IPTs, developing test plans, and coordinating with government stakeholders and transition partners in complex defense programs. 12+ years in engineering and 5+ years in GNC are required, along with an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical, or computer engineering with 12+ years of professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience developing GNC, flight control, navigation, autopilot, or power electronics for aerospace vehicles.
• Experience in a DoW-like R&D or Acquisition organization, or as a performer with defense-related agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams and communicate complex concepts.
• Active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and independent assessments to Government Program Manager
• Assist in identifying, developing, and evaluating new program concepts and technology initiatives
• Lead technical interchange meetings (TIMs), integrated product teams (IPTs), and design reviews
• Support program experimentation and test activities, including development of test plans and coordination with performers, government stakeholders, test ranges, and test facilities
• Evaluate technical progress, risks, and program execution across multiple performers and development efforts
• Author technical reports, program briefings, memoranda, and decision-support materials
• Support transition planning and engagement with military Services, Combatant Commands, and other transition partners
• Provide day-to-day program support, including participation in performer calls, major reviews, internal DARPA meetings, and stakeholder engagements

Skills

GNC development

Cross-functional leadership

Technical communication

System integration

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in mechanical/aerospace/electrical/computer engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. seeks a mid-to-senior engineer/scientist with GNC architecture development for a part-time position (50% effort). On-site at the client site in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities include leading TIMs/IPTs, developing test plans, and coordinating with government stakeholders and transition partners in complex defense programs. 12+ years in engineering and 5+ years in GNC are required, along with an active Secret clearance.