Senior GNC Systems Engineer — Hypersonic Weapon Concepts

Inuplands; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 82,300 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Health and finance workshops

Job summary

A leading nonprofit research and development company in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Senior Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Systems Engineer. This role involves architecting novel weapon systems, leading multi-disciplinary teams, and participating in the development of new military capabilities. The ideal candidate should possess strong systems engineering experience, particularly with hypersonic weapon systems, and must obtain a government security clearance. The position offers a salary range of $82,300 - $220,000 and emphasizes work-life balance through various programs.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience as systems engineer or related role.
• Ability to drive solutions to complex problems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect novel weapon system solutions.
• Lead small teams towards program goals.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Skills

Systems engineering experience

Knowledge of hypersonic weapon systems

GNC technology understanding

Team leadership

Simulation-based performance analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics

Master's degree or higher preferred

Tools

Modeling and simulation software

Descriptive modeling tools (e.g. SysML)

Job description

A leading nonprofit research and development company in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Senior Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Systems Engineer. This role involves architecting novel weapon systems, leading multi-disciplinary teams, and participating in the development of new military capabilities. The ideal candidate should possess strong systems engineering experience, particularly with hypersonic weapon systems, and must obtain a government security clearance. The position offers a salary range of $82,300 - $220,000 and emphasizes work-life balance through various programs.