Principal Alternative PNT Engineer

University of Dayton, Ohio•Dayton, OH

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About The Position

Join the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) - Applied Sensing division as a Principal Alternative PNT Engineer and lead groundbreaking research in Position, Navigation, and Timing technologies. Located in vibrant Dayton, Ohio, you'll contribute to critical national security and commercial applications while advancing next-generation navigation solutions. You will also be eligible for exceptional benefits including comprehensive health coverage, generous retirement contributions, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities. Apply today! This highly skilled and innovative Principal Alternative Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Researcher will drive cutting-edge research and development initiatives in a variety of Alt-PNT technologies. This position will be responsible for working, as part of a diverse and skilled technical team, to lead and explore new development work for Alternative PNT projects across the Department of Defense (DoD), as well as leading teams of engineers to develop novel solutions. This position will also lead business development initiatives to broaden the portfolio of PNT projects beyond today’s scope.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
12+ years of professional experience
Successful experience with modern software languages such as one of the following: Python, C++, or Java
Successful experience developing software in either Windows or Linux environments
Experience with version control software such as Git
Willing to travel ~10% to remote test events
Experience in one of the following Alt-PNT sensor technologies: - Vision Based Navigation - Magnetic Anomaly Navigation - Celestial Navigation - Signals of Opportunity
Experience developing and testing with sensor fusion engines
Experience with navigation algorithm development
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI
15+ years of experience
Experience working with Academia
Experience working with and mentoring students and junior employees
Experience writing conference and journal papers and delivering presentations
Remote flight testing experience
Experience with test event planning
Experience with Inertial Measurement Units
Currently hold a FAA Class 3 medical certificate

Responsibilities

lead groundbreaking research in Position, Navigation, and Timing technologies
drive cutting-edge research and development initiatives in a variety of Alt-PNT technologies
lead and explore new development work for Alternative PNT projects across the Department of Defense (DoD)
leading teams of engineers to develop novel solutions
lead business development initiatives to broaden the portfolio of PNT projects beyond today’s scope