Senior Guidance & Control Systems Engineer (Space & Defense)

Draper Labs; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 82,300 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Senior Guidance and Control Engineer to develop software for space and defense systems. The role involves designing, implementing, and validating GNC algorithms and real-time software for complex environments including underwater, ground, air, and space. Requirements include a Bachelor's in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering, 5–10 years of related experience, and proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, C/C++, and Python.

A security clearance is preferred. Location: Cambridge, MA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Master's or PhD in a related field is preferred.
• 5-10 years of software engineering or related experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates requirements and proposes solutions for design trades.
• Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.
• Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms.
• Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
• Develops and executes software tests to verify requirements compliance.
• Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements.
• Tracks priorities, scope, schedule, and cost.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

MATLAB

Simulink

C/C++

Python

Real-time software

GNC algorithms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering

Master's or PhD preferred

Job description

Draper is seeking a Senior Guidance and Control Engineer to develop software for space and defense systems. The role involves designing, implementing, and validating GNC algorithms and real-time software for complex environments including underwater, ground, air, and space. Requirements include a Bachelor's in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering, 5–10 years of related experience, and proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, C/C++, and Python.

A security clearance is preferred. Location: Cambridge, MA.