Attis · 12 hours ago
Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer
DC-Baltimore Area
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$120/hr - $150/hr
7+ years expAttis is seeking a Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer to join a high-impact program focused on hypersonic flight testing and advanced weapon systems. This role involves leading GNC efforts, collaborating with top-tier partners, and ensuring robust GNC architecture for flight tests and product demonstrations.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Adam Ferguson
Responsibilities
You will be a technical GNC lead (focus on outer loop/autopilot and flight path control) for a multi-year (through at least 2031) hypersonic flight testing and technology development initiative
Collaborate with top-tier partners – including NASA consultants, and retired experts across defense agencies
Provide technical direction, integrate with mechatronics/inner loop controls talent, and ensure robust GNC architecture for flight tests and product demonstrations
Qualification
Required
7+ years' experience in GNC engineering for aerospace, missiles, or defense systems (hypersonics exposure ideal)
Deep expertise in flight path/outer loop control (autopilot, trajectory, mission navigation)
Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) or equivalent proven experience
Experience leading or mentoring in multi-disciplinary technical teams
Active (or eligible for) US Security Clearance strongly preferred
Preferred
Active (or eligible for) US Security Clearance strongly preferred
Company
Attis
Spatial Intelligence Executive Search and Recruitment company growing teams for a more intelligent, mission-ready and resilient world.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase