Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer with Security Clearance

Weeghman & Briggs, LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Weeghman & Briggs, LLC in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer to support DoD and government programs on high-assurance missions. You will analyze requirements, design and assess GNC systems, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver flight-critical solutions.

The role requires deep expertise in control theory, navigation, Kalman filtering, MATLAB/Simulink, and a minimum of 12 years with a related master’s or 17 years with bachelor’s.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience with Master’s degree related to the labor category; or related bachelor’s plus 5 additional years of related senior experience, for 17 total years.
• Experience supporting government or DoD programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support mission-critical programs in secure government environments.
• Analyze requirements and translate them into actionable solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results.
• Ensure compliance with contract and security standards.
• Contribute ideas to improve processes, efficiency, and performance.
• Evaluate propulsion, navigation systems, and control mechanisms; use simulations and modeling to assess performance under varied conditions.

Skills

GNC

Control theory

Flight dynamics

Navigation

Trajectory analysis

Simulation

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in related field

Bachelor's degree + 5 years senior experience

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Kalman filtering

Monte Carlo

Job description

Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer Location: Huntsville, AL | Onsite Clearance Required: Minimum TS/SCI Clearance Employment Type: Full-Time Join a Growing Team at Weeghman & Briggs Weeghman & Briggs is seeking a motivated and mission-driven Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer to support critical government initiatives in Huntsville, AL. Founded in 2016 by Anthony Jordan, Weeghman & Briggs specializes in delivering high-impact analytical services to Government Agencies and private organizations. Since our founding, we have partnered with a range of federal entities and private corporations, earning a strong reputation as a trusted, results-driven company with an exceptional team of professionals. As we continue to expand across current programs and upcoming contract awards, we are looking for talented individuals who want to contribute, grow, and build something meaningful alongside us. At Weeghman & Briggs, you're more than a number, you're part of the team. We've built a culture where your opinion matters, your voice is heard, and your contributions make a direct impact on mission success. Our growth creates opportunity for advancement, leadership visibility, and long-term career development while maintaining the supportive, close-knit environment that sets us apart. If you're ready to grow your career while supporting important national missions, we'd love to connect with you.

• This position supports a newly awarded contract, with work expected to begin in early 2027.
• What You'll Do
• Support mission-critical programs in secure government environments
• Analyze requirements and translate them into actionable solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results
• Ensure compliance with contract and security standards
• Contribute ideas to improve processes, efficiency, and performance
• Evaluates propulsion, navigation systems, and control mechanisms; uses simulations and modeling to assess performance under varied operating conditions and identify capabilities and improvement areas. What You Bring
• Experience supporting government or DoD programs
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong knowledge of GNC; control theory; flight dynamics; navigation; trajectory analysis; simulation
• Minimum of 12 years of experience with Master's degree related to the labor category; or related bachelor's plus 5 additional years of related senior experience, for 17 total years, as substitute for master's. Preferred Qualifications
• Agile, cloud, or modernization experience
• Background in process improvement or analytical services
• Experience/strong knowledge of missile/space systems; estimation; Kalman filtering; MATLAB/Simulink; Monte Carlo Compensation & Benefits At Weeghman & Briggs, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits here:
  https://weeghmanandbriggs.com/summary-of-employee-benefits/

Equal Employment Opportunity Weeghman & Briggs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.