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