Senior GNC Engineer

Cummings Aerospace Inc•Arlington, VA

About The Position

The Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer is a full-time exempt position supporting the development of GNC modeling and simulation tools and algorithms, as well as GNC trade studies and performance assessments for a hypersonic system. The position reports to the Program Manager and is located in Arlington, Virginia. The engineer applies classical and modern methods, theories, and research techniques to the design, analysis, modeling, and simulation of GNC systems. The role includes developing models and algorithms for aerospace vehicle simulations, supporting hardware-in-the-loop test bed activities, and documenting and presenting results to technical leads, management, and customers. The engineer leads the development and on-time delivery of technical products and may assist with program management tasks. An active Secret clearance is required; Top Secret is preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering.
At least 12 years of engineering experience with GNC system design, development, and test for DoD programs.
Experience modeling GNC systems and conducting missile system trade studies.
Experience coding in C and C++.
Active Secret clearance.
Ability to work as an individual contributor or in a dynamic team environment.
Ability to adapt to changing requirements and design implementations.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to organize work and deliver work products on time.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Apply classical and modern methods, theories, and research techniques to the design, analysis, modeling, and simulation of GNC systems.
Develop GNC models and algorithms for implementation in aerospace vehicle simulations.
Perform engineering trade studies to support GNC design and/or performance analysis.
Support hardware-in-the-loop test bed development, integration, and execution for aerospace vehicles.
Document and present analysis results to technical leads, management, and/or customers.
Lead the development and on-time delivery of technical products to customers.
May assist with program management tasks, including personnel management, resource planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting.
Ensure corporate policies and procedures are followed in day-to-day duties.
Support program meetings and technical reviews with internal and external customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.