Job Description Job #219543
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer 5 for an opportunity in Seal Beach, CA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent
- Engineering experience with aircraft, missile, spacecraft, autonomous platform or similar vehicles
- Proficiency with MATLAB and Simulink
- Proficiency developing GN&C algorithms, models and simulations
- Experience developing with C/C++, Python or C#.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES- Design, implement, and verify guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for spacecraft, re-entry vehicles, and hypersonic/airborne platforms.
- Develop and maintain 6 DOF dynamics simulations and associated analysis tools for mission and performance assessment.
- Implement and validate GN&C flight software (MATLAB/Simulink models and C/C++ prototypes) and integrate with testbeds and avionics.
- Apply astrodynamics and flight mechanics to mission design, novel orbit concepts, and trajectory optimization.
- Apply aerodynamics, atmospheric flight mechanics, and controls knowledge to support the design of re-entry guidance, navigation, and flight control functions.
- Develop powered and unpowered guidance laws and autonomy tools for on orbit and atmospheric operations.
- Support troubleshooting of operational anomalies, functional tests, and service incidents.
- Produce concepts of operations, simulation artifacts, and test procedures to enable rapid iteration from prototype to flight test.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams (systems engineering, avionics, test, and business development) and communicate technical tradeoffs to stakeholders.
- Independently identify inefficiencies, propose solutions, and implement reusable tools and automations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)- Degree in aerospace/aeronautical engineering (BS/MS/PhD)
- 10+ years related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience with spacecraft operations, space environment effects, or hypersonic re entry GN&C
- Familiarity with state estimation and sensor fusion (e.g., Kalman filters), GPS/INS, or air data systems
- Background in classical and modern control theory and nonlinear control design
- Model based development experience and flight test support.
- Prior work on space or hypersonic programs
- Ability to work effectively in broad, minimally defined design spaces and to communicate technical results clearly.
REQUIRED EDUCATIONMinimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years' related work experience (e.g. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master+12 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
TRAVELDomestic travel possible up to 5%
WORK HOURSFULL TIME/FIRST SHIFT; 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMMISCELLANEOUSApplicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
- Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
- Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.
For more information, please apply or contact:
Kevin Suk 800.927.9318 x230
[email protected] 
