2026 Guidance And Navigation Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

El Segundo, CA, United States
Base: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00; bonus/equity: not...
On-site
Guidance and navigation systems analysis
Trajectory studies and error analysis
Mathematical modeling of launch vehicles
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Guidance and Navigation Engineer to join their Vehicle Systems Division in El Segundo, CA. The role involves providing support for launch vehicle and missile systems, requiring technical expertise in guidance algorithms, trajectory analysis, and proficiency in programming tools

Job Summary

  • The Guidance Analysis Department is seeking a Guidance and Navigation Engineer to provide support for launch vehicle, missile, and missile defense systems.
  • Perform engineering analyses of guidance and navigation systems, including performance of guidance algorithms and use of sensors.
  • Develop mathematical models and high-fidelity computational simulations of launch vehicles from fundamental principles of dynamics and physics.

Matching Summary

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The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Guidance and Navigation Engineer to join their Vehicle Systems Division in El Segundo, CA. The role involves providing support for launch vehicle and missile systems, requiring technical expertise in guidance algorithms, trajectory analysis, and proficiency in programming tools.

Salary

Base: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans, 401(k) Plan, Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Guidance and navigation systems analysis
  • Trajectory studies and error analysis
  • Mathematical modeling of launch vehicles
  • High-fidelity computational simulations
  • Develop computational tools for GNC analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Innovative solutions to challenging problems
  • Work with interdisciplinary teams
  • Adapt to changing organizational needs

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline
  • 0-1 year of industry work experience
  • Knowledge of trajectory performance, orbital mechanics, control systems, and/or navigation sensors
  • Experience modeling dynamic systems
  • Proficiency with Python, MATLAB, C++, or Fortran
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
  • US citizenship required

Work Rights

Must have security clearance

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