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Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) EngineerKratos Defense and Security Solutions • Glen Burnie, MD, US
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Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) Engineer

Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) Engineer

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions • Glen Burnie, MD, US
4 days ago
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Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) Engineer

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Kratos Defense Rocket Support Services is seeking a Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer to participate in design and analysis of hypersonic and space flight systems such as thrust vector guided suborbital launch vehicles, exo-atmospheric attitude control systems, and hypersonic aircraft. Ideal applicant will have a strong background in classical control with experience implementing control algorithms on real-time embedded flight systems and will contribute to all elements of system development including requirements generation, software implementation, verification and validation, and documentation. May require up to 25% travel to support launch operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

  • Design guidance and control algorithms for new and existing aerospace control systems.
  • Implement algorithms in flight software using C++.
  • Develop simulations for stability and robustness analysis.
  • Create physics-based models of flight systems for use in trajectory simulations.
  • Evaluate solutions for mission requirement compliance.
  • Generate test plans, test procedures and test reports.
  • Design and conduct hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) testing of flight components.
  • Participate in full system integration tests and vehicle launch activities.
  • Perform post-flight analysis and implement lessons learned.

Required Experience :

JOB SKILLS :

  • In-depth understanding of classical control theory and stability analysis.
  • Experience with implementation of control algorithms, such as PID, on embedded systems
  • Proficient in C / C++, Python, and MATLAB.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to interface with customers and working level corporate personnel
  • Must be U.S. citizen with ability to obtain Secret clearance, active clearance preferred
  • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

  • Master's Degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Engineering with a focus in controls.
  • 5+ years relevant professional experience
  • Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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