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Anduril Industries · 7 hours ago

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

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. They are seeking Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineers to develop, test, and integrate cutting-edge GNC architectures for advanced tactical missile systems and hypersonic strike and defense systems.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security
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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 knowledgeControl theory expertiseMATLABSimulinkC/C++ programming6-DOF simulationsGNC architecture developmentAnalytical skillsAgile methodologiesProblem-solving skillsCommunication 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

Company

Anduril Industries

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Anduril Industries is a defense product company that builds technology for military agencies and border surveillance.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$6.25B
Key Investors
AlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders FundU.S. Department of Defense
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
2025-01-07Grant· $14.3M

Leadership Team

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Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
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Joseph Chen
Co-founder
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