Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) Lead Engineer

Tiberius Aerospace•Tucson, AZ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced GNC Lead Engineer to design, develop, and validate guidance, navigation, and control systems for aerospace applications. This role will play a pivotal part in driving innovation and ensuring the performance and reliability of our systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace engineering, extensive experience in GNC systems, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to achieve technical excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred).
Minimum of 10 years of experience in guidance, navigation, and control systems engineering.
Expertise in developing and implementing GNC algorithms and simulations.
Knowledge of weapon system navigation systems for terminal guidance including multiple sensor technologies
Experience integrating multiple sensor technologies, including EO/IR and RF seekers, into terminal guidance systems in tactical weapons
Strong understanding of control theory, sensor fusion, and navigation technologies (e.g., Autopilot, GPS, IMU).
Experience with system modeling, simulation, and analysis tools.
Experience with GNC test campaigns including HIL/SIL and Flight Test
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the aerospace and defense industry, including work on government contracts.
Knowledge of advanced navigation systems, such as star trackers or terrain-relative navigation.
Experience with machine learning techniques applied to GNC systems.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, analysis, and implementation of guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for aerospace systems.
Develop simulation environments to validate system performance under various operational scenarios.
Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless integration of GNC systems.
Conduct trade studies and performance analyses to optimize system designs.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers within the GNC team.
Oversee system testing, including hardware-in-the-loop and flight tests, to verify and validate system performance.
Maintain compliance with relevant industry standards, including ITAR and ISO 9001, in all GNC-related activities.
Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for internal stakeholders and external clients.
Stay abreast of advancements in aerospace technology to incorporate innovative solutions into system designs.