Sr. Principal - GNC Engineer

About the role

We are searching for a talented Senior Principal Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer to play a critical role in developing next-generation unmanned air vehicles and robotic systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify appropriate engineering resources (personnel, equipment, etc.)
• Ensure product designs meet technical, performance, and quality requirements
• Define and flow down system architecture to design teams
• Track and communicate project progress to assess performance
• Set priorities, establish strategic plans, and address cross-departmental issues
• Lead the design, development, and validation of the flight control system
• Manage and ensure proper integration and validation of the flight control system together with the avionic system
• Mentor and transfer knowledge to fellow engineers
• Communicate risks/issues/opportunities to affected stakeholders
• Address issues impacting design/selling success and future concepts/products/technologies

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• 15+ years combined experience in aircraft design and/or project management, GN&C, flight testing, systems engineering, and program management
• Demonstrated hands-on attitude with broad development experience in various engineering disciplines
• Comprehensive knowledge of engineering disciplines and experience leading development of many systems for manned or unmanned air vehicles
• PhD preferred
• Knowledge of office software and computer-based productivity tools
• Expertise in engineering processes and design tools
• Strong communication, presentation, and collaboration skills
• Proven leadership with people development and leadership skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Commitment to continuous improvement and teamwork
• Effective problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills

Physical Demands

Ability to work in an office and R&D environment (Constant): Sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent).