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

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