Guidance Navigation Controls (GNC) Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Guidance Navigation Controls (GNC) Engineer (Aerospace): Designing, analyzing, and building flight controls software for Group 1-4 UAS with an accent on stability analysis, high-fidelity simulations, and auto-code generation. Focus on optimizing autonomous flight capabilities and integrating software components into physical aircraft for flight testing.

Location: Onsite in Fort Walton Beach, FL or San Luis Obispo, CA

Salary: $131,000 - $188,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions and next-generation unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for defense and aerospace.

What you will do

• Design, analyze, and build flight controls software for Group 1-4 UAS.
• Develop software components for deployment to flight tests and modify modules in the avionics suite.
• Perform controls analysis to assess system stability and performance.
• Run high-fidelity software-in-the-loop (SWIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) simulations.
• Generate auto-code for embedded systems.
• Design ground tests and support the integration and testing of aircraft for flight trials.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in flight controls engineering for UAS.
• Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and complete E-Verify identity verification.
• Strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice to have

• Master's degree in aerospace engineering or a related field.
• Experience with Group 1-4 UAS flight controls software design.
• Knowledge of embedded systems and auto-code generation.
• Ability to mentor and train junior engineers.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• 401k plan with company matching.
• 4 weeks of paid time off annually.
• 12 annual company holidays.
• Innovative and collaborative environment focused on pushing the boundaries of UAS technology.