Senior GNC Engineer – Hypersonics Modeling & HIL Lead

Socket.dev; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Arlington, VA, is seeking a Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer for a full-time exempt role. The position supports GNC modeling and simulation tools, conducts trade studies, and assesses hypersonic system performance.

The incumbent will report to the Program Manager. Key responsibilities include developing GNC models, performing trade studies, supporting hardware-in-the-loop test beds, and presenting results to technical leads and customers.

Qualifications

• BS in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering required.
• MS preferred.
• 12+ years of engineering experience in GNC for a DoD program.
• Experience modeling GNC systems and conducting missile system trade studies.
• Experience coding in C and C++.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Active Secret Clearance Required. Top Secret Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply classical and modern methods for design, analysis, modeling and simulation of GNC systems.
• Develop GNC models and algorithms for aerospace vehicle simulations.
• Perform engineering trade studies to support GNC design and performance analysis.
• Support hardware-in-the-loop test bed development, integration and execution.
• Document and present analysis results to technical leads, management and customers.
• Lead on-time delivery of technical products to our customers and assist with program management tasks.
• Ensure corporate policies and procedures are followed in day-to-day duties.

Skills

GNC design

Missile trade studies

C/C++ programming

Engineering proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering

MS in a related field (preferred)

Job description

Socket.dev in Arlington, VA, is seeking a Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer for a full-time exempt role. The position supports GNC modeling and simulation tools, conducts trade studies, and assesses hypersonic system performance.

The incumbent will report to the Program Manager. Key responsibilities include developing GNC models, performing trade studies, supporting hardware-in-the-loop test beds, and presenting results to technical leads and customers.