Principal Guidance Navigation And Control (gnc) & Trajectory Engineer
AeroVironment
Not specified; not specified; benefits include med...
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Master's degree in stem field
12+ years missile defense experience
Active dod secret security clearance
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AeroVironment is seeking a Principal Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) & Trajectory Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency's Targets Program Office. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in missile defense, a strong technical background in GNC and trajectory analysis, and proficiency in various programming languages.
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Job Summary
This role provides technical advisory assistance to the Missile Defense Agency Targets Program Office to refine and implement target trajectories for weapon and system sensor validation.
The engineer will utilize industry-standard tools like TAOS and in-house developed MATLAB, Python, and C++ code to generate and analyze 6-DoF and 3-DoF trajectory data.
AeroVironment offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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AeroVironment is seeking a Principal Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) & Trajectory Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency's Targets Program Office. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in missile defense, a strong technical background in GNC and trajectory analysis, and proficiency in various programming languages.
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Salary
Not specified; Not specified; Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, 9/80 work schedule, and paid holiday shutdown
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Master's degree in STEM field
12+ years missile defense experience
Active DoD Secret security clearance
US Citizenship required
MATLAB Python C++ programming proficiency
6-DoF and 3-DoF trajectory data analysis
Missile characteristics and kinematics knowledge
Nice-to-have
Familiarity with MDA and DoD programs
Experience with Radar Cross Section signatures
Strong attention to detail
Ability to communicate technical info to non-technical personnel
CAD and optical signature experience
Key Requirements
Master's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math
12+ years working on missile defense or DoD programs
Active DoD Secret security clearance
U.S. Citizenship or ITAR U.S. person status
Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, and C++
Work Rights
Must have US citizenship or ITAR U.S. person status