Principal Guidance Navigation And Control (gnc) & Trajectory Engineer
AeroVironment (AVAV)
Huntsville, AL, United States
Missile defense target vehicle development
6-dof and 3-dof trajectory analysis
Matlab, python, c++ tools
Support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Directorate for Test Targets Program Office (MDA/DTE) with development of missile defense target vehicles
Job Summary
Support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Directorate for Test Targets Program Office (MDA/DTE) with development of missile defense target vehicles.
Utilize knowledge, skills and experience with missile characteristics and engineering to support engineering activities and data product development.
AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
Matching Summary
Support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Directorate for Test Targets Program Office (MDA/DTE) with development of missile defense target vehicles.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Missile defense target vehicle development
6-DoF and 3-DoF trajectory analysis
MATLAB, Python, C++ tools
Flight test analysis and reporting
Aerodynamics and vehicle dynamics principles
Satellite orbital mechanics knowledge
Nice-to-have
MDA and/or DoD programs familiarity
Design, CAD, RCS signatures experience
Strong attention to detail
Communicate technical information effectively
Key Requirements
Master's degree in STEM field or Bachelor's with 7+ years experience
12+ years on missile defense or DoD programs
Active DoD Secret security clearance
US Citizenship required
Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, Java, C#
Experience with M&S tools (TAOS, STK)
Work Rights
Active DoD Secret security clearance and US Citizenship