Principal GNC Engineer

About the role

The GNC Principal Engineer is the overall technical authority for the Kinetic Air and Missile Defense Division. They support the development, integration, and testing of software and systems used in guidance, navigation, and control.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement GNC algorithms for missile systems.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on software development and integration efforts.
• Execute testing, data collection, and analysis, including hardware-in-the-loop and multi-functional testing.
• Work on 6DoF (Six Degrees of Freedom) modeling and simulations for performance validation.
• Aid in the development and execution of test plans and reports, presenting data to both large and small audiences.
• Ensure the application of best practices and standards in system design and testing.
• Supports the development of plans for product IRAD and sustaining projects through proper work decomposition and skills assignment to project work tasks.
• Develops and mentors high-performing engineering teams.
• Presents and drives process improvements throughout the engineering development processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master Degree or PhD in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering discipline (or equivalent).
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Existing DoD Secret security clearance required.
• Experience with Defense products and customers, especially in C-UAS products.
• Minimum of 15 years of demonstrated experience in GNC engineering, specifically in missile or aerospace systems.
• Expertise in GNC algorithm development, including guidance, navigation, and autopilot algorithms.
• Experience in an Agile and Waterfall development environment.
• Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Experience project planning in terms of schedule, budget, and resource estimations.
• Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to develop and communicate a vision that inspires and motivates staff and aligns with the business strategy.
• Ability to build strong relationships within all disciplines within organization.
• Effective influencing and negotiation skills in an environment in which resources may not be under your direct control.
• Experienced and proficient with MS Office applications and other office productivity tools.
• Travel required to domestic US sites - up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Master Degree or PhD in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering discipline (or equivalent).
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Existing DoD Secret security clearance required.
• Experience with Defense products and customers, especially in C-UAS products.
• Minimum of 15 years of demonstrated experience in GNC engineering, specifically in missile or aerospace systems.
• Expertise in GNC algorithm development, including guidance, navigation, and autopilot algorithms.
• Experience in an Agile and Waterfall development environment.
• Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Experience project planning in terms of schedule, budget, and resource estimations.
• Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to develop and communicate a vision that inspires and motivates staff and aligns with the business strategy.
• Ability to build strong relationships within all disciplines within organization.
• Effective influencing and negotiation skills in an environment in which resources may not be under your direct control.
• Experienced and proficient with MS Office applications and other office productivity tools.
• Travel required to domestic US sites - up to 10%.

Benefits

We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Workplace: On-site, 5 days per week Location: Huntsville, Alabama or Tucson, AZ

Pay

$155,000-$170,000

Schedule

On-site, 5 days per week