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Anduril Industries · 15 hours ago

Senior Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer, Air Dominance & Strike - Advanced Effects

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$191K/yr - $253K/yr

8+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Senior Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and implementation of flight system technologies, contributing to the advancement of aerospace systems for military applications.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and test algorithms for guidance, navigation, and control systems in line with project requirements

Design, implement, and assess the GNC architectures considering all elements, including sensors, actuators, and algorithms

Participate in all phases of system development, from concept to design, prototyping, testing, and operation

Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team including systems engineers, flight software engineers, and test engineers to ensure system-wide integration and performance

Contribute to design reviews, safety assessments, and system documentation

Use simulation and analysis tools to verify GNC models and system performance under different operating conditions

Provide system engineering expertise in the development of GNC systems, ensuring a cohesive and efficient approach to the design and implementation process

Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to GNC systems during design, testing, and operational phases

Keep updated with the latest technologies and trends in GNC engineering and system architecture design

Qualification

GNC engineering experienceFlight mechanics knowledgeGNC simulation toolsC/C++ programmingModel Following techniquesDynamic Inversion techniquesAdaptive Control techniquesAgile methodologiesJira proficiencyGit/GitHub proficiencyCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam collaboration

Required

BS in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering or related field with focus on dynamics and control

A strong theoretical knowledge of flight mechanics, classical and modern control theory, estimation, and filtering techniques

Experience with developing GNC solutions for flight systems

Proficiency with GNC simulation tools like MATLAB, Simulink and related toolboxes

Familiarization with 6-DOF simulations

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret clearance

3 or more years of experience in Guidance, Navigation & Control engineering or related technical experience

8 or more years of experience in Guidance, Navigation & Control engineering or related technical experience

Preferred

A MS or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is a plus

Strong understanding of flight mechanics and related physics

Practical experience developing GNC designs for high speed flight systems and re-entry vehicles

Practical experience with Explicit Model Following, Dynamic Inversion, and Adaptive Control techniques

Extensive experience in GNC system and architecture development and testing, preferably in the aerospace industry

Experience generating C or C++ code from Simulink models

Experience writing code in C/C++

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Familiarity with agile and Lean product development methodologies such as Scrum

Experience using Jira, Git, GitHub, or GitLab

Understanding of and compliance with industry, safety, and quality standards appropriate for the application

Passion for defending the United States and its allies

Current Active U.S. Top Secret clearance preferred

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan