Senior Guidance & Control Engineer, Space & Defense

Draper; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Health and finance workshops

Off-site social events

Discounts to local museums

Job summary

A leading nonprofit research and development firm is seeking a Principal Guidance and Control Engineer. This role involves developing software for advanced space and defense systems, integrating and deploying cutting-edge algorithms. Ideal candidates will have 10-15 years of engineering experience, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and strong skills in MATLAB, Python, and C/C++. The position is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts with a salary range of $95,000 - $245,000, depending on experience and location.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of relevant Engineering experience required.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops software for space and defense systems.
• Designs algorithms using modern theory.
• Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance.

Skills

MATLAB

Simulink

Python

C/C++

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Team management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Masters or PhD in a related field

Tools

Real-time software development tools

Job description

A leading nonprofit research and development firm is seeking a Principal Guidance and Control Engineer. This role involves developing software for advanced space and defense systems, integrating and deploying cutting-edge algorithms. Ideal candidates will have 10-15 years of engineering experience, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and strong skills in MATLAB, Python, and C/C++. The position is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts with a salary range of $95,000 - $245,000, depending on experience and location.