Guidance Navigation Controls (GNC) Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Guidance Navigation Controls (GNC) Engineer (Aerospace): Designing and analyzing flight controls software for UAS with an accent on stability, performance, and autonomous flight systems. Focus on building high-fidelity Matlab/Simulink models, executing SW/HW-in-the-loop simulations, and implementing auto-code generation for embedded hardware.

Location: United States (San Luis Obispo, CA), remote options available for eligible US-based employees.

Salary: $131,000 – $188,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is an innovator in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) developing next-generation autonomous flight solutions for defense and aerospace.

What you will do

• Design, analyze, and build flight controls software for Group 1-4 UAS.
• Create and modify software modules within the internal avionics suite.
• Perform controls analysis to assess stability and performance of aircraft.
• Run high-fidelity software and hardware-in-the-loop (SWIL/HWIL) simulations.
• Generate auto-code for embedded systems and design ground verification tests.
• Support the integration and flight testing of aircraft.

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 eligible to work in the United States (identity verification and E-Verify required).

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in aerospace engineering or 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 benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401k with company match.
• 4 weeks of paid time off per year plus 12 annual company holidays.
• Collaborative environment focused on solving complex aerospace challenges.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.