Senior GNC Engineer - Navigation & System Integration

Aerospace and defense technology company developing hypersonic aircraft through hardware-rich, iterative development with modern computing and autonomy.
$165,000 - $185,000
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Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
101 - 500 Employees
5+ years of experience
Space · Automotive

Description For Senior GNC Engineer - Navigation & System Integration

Hermeus, an innovative aerospace and defense technology company, is seeking a Senior GNC Engineer specializing in Navigation & System Integration. The company is at the forefront of revolutionizing air travel through the development of hypersonic aircraft, including projects like Quarterhorse and Darkhorse - an uncrewed hypersonic aircraft for military applications.

The role focuses on advanced navigation systems for hypersonic aircraft, combining cutting-edge technology with practical engineering challenges. As a Senior GNC Engineer, you'll be responsible for integrating and validating navigation instrumentation, developing sophisticated algorithms for sensor fusion, and ensuring the aircraft meets rigorous safety and performance standards.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking aerospace technology, specifically in the realm of hypersonic flight. You'll be involved in all aspects of navigation system development, from initial design through testing and implementation, working with state-of-the-art navigation technologies including GNSS, INS/IMU systems, and advanced filtering techniques.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in navigation systems, demonstrated experience with sensor integration, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of aviation technology. You'll work in a collaborative environment, interfacing with cross-functional teams to develop and implement solutions that advance the field of hypersonic flight.

This role is perfect for someone who combines deep technical knowledge with practical engineering skills and wants to be part of a team that's literally making history in aerospace technology. The position offers competitive compensation and the chance to work on truly revolutionary aircraft systems that will shape the future of air travel.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Senior GNC Engineer - Navigation & System Integration

  • Integration, testing, validation and verification of Navigation instrumentation and GNSS components
  • Supporting Navigation SW suite and development efforts on advanced guidance, navigation and control systems
  • Conduct simulation studies to assess Navigation suite performance
  • Design and develop navigation, sensor fusion and blending algorithms
  • Develop and implement filtering techniques/algorithms
  • Conduct flight testing to validate Navigation systems
  • Participate in system-level requirements development
  • Prepare technical reports and documentation
  • Running Monte Carlo simulations and test scenarios

Requirements For Senior GNC Engineer - Navigation & System Integration

Python
  • Bachelor's with 5+ years of experience in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical or related Engineering field
  • Strong understanding of Navigation, GNSS, INS/IMU systems
  • Experience with Navigation sensor trade studies and integration
  • Experience with filtering techniques (KF, UKF, EKF, Particle filters)
  • Familiarity with Navigation needs for autonomous flight systems
  • Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, familiarity with Julia
  • Experience with Navigation sensor testing and data analysis
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

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