Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
Job Summary
The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future systems supplying innovative research and development; technical evaluations during the acquisition process; conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, and test; and operational support. Comprised primarily of highly-trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; orbital mechanics; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments.
The Guidance Analysis Department is seeking an experienced Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) engineer to be located remotely in Huntsville, AL. The engineer will provide GNC support for launch vehicle, missile systems, and missile defense systems for a wide range of customers including the Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC), the Missile Defense Agency, and other civil customers (e.g. NASA).
This is a full-time position which will follow a hybrid work model, offering partially remote work as business needs allow with onsite work required in our Huntsville, AL location or at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA.
What You'll Be Doing

• You will assess GNC performance of launch, missile defense, and missile system, including hypersonic vehicles
• S/he will develop 6 degree-of-freedom trajectory analysis simulations
• Derive multi-body, flexible body dynamics equations for supported vehicles
• You will support multiple programs and work independently with both internal and external customers as a technical authority, consultant, primary investigator, or project leader
• S/he will provide oversight, guidance, and technical advice on customer projects, which may include specialized analytical and experimental studies launch vehicle and missile defense GNC systems
• Verify contractor designs, approaches, and overall system performance

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or equivalent is required
• Typically, 8 years of experience in GNC systems
• A strong working knowledge of guidance, navigation & control systems, inertial sensors, and actuators applicable to spacecraft and/or launch vehicles
• Experience performing technical tasks, leading technical teams, and effectively supporting multiple programs, customers, and contractors
• Proficiency with some of the following tools: MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, Python, Fortran
• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Advanced degree in STEM field or equivalent is preferred
• Expertise in modeling and simulation of launch vehicles or hypersonic vehicles
• Demonstrated ability to provide innovative solutions to challenging technical problems
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of customer, corporate staff, and contractors
• Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government, is highly desirable. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [email protected]. You can also review The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law and the supplement, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.