Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) Engineer
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Glen Burnie, Maryland, United States, 21060
Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) Engineer
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Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Kratos Defense Rocket Support Services is seeking a Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer to participate in design and analysis of hypersonic and space flight systems such as thrust vector guided suborbital launch vehicles, exo-atmospheric attitude control systems, and hypersonic aircraft. Ideal applicant will have a strong background in classical control with experience implementing control algorithms on real-time embedded flight systems and will contribute to all elements of system development including requirements generation, software implementation, verification and validation, and documentation. May require up to 25% travel to support launch operations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Design guidance and control algorithms for new and existing aerospace control systems. Implement algorithms in flight software using C++. Develop simulations for stability and robustness analysis. Create physics-based models of flight systems for use in trajectory simulations. Evaluate solutions for mission requirement compliance. Generate test plans, test procedures and test reports. Design and conduct hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) testing of flight components. Participate in full system integration tests and vehicle launch activities. Perform post-flight analysis and implement lessons learned.
Required Experience:
JOB SKILLS:
In-depth understanding of classical control theory and stability analysis. Experience with implementation of control algorithms, such as PID, on embedded systems Proficient in C/C++, Python, and MATLAB. Good communication skills. Ability to interface with customers and working level corporate personnel Must be U.S. citizen with ability to obtain Secret clearance, active clearance preferred
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Master’s Degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Engineering with a focus in controls. 5+ years relevant professional experience
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
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Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
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Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Kratos Defense Rocket Support Services is seeking a Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer to participate in design and analysis of hypersonic and space flight systems such as thrust vector guided suborbital launch vehicles, exo-atmospheric attitude control systems, and hypersonic aircraft. Ideal applicant will have a strong background in classical control with experience implementing control algorithms on real-time embedded flight systems and will contribute to all elements of system development including requirements generation, software implementation, verification and validation, and documentation. May require up to 25% travel to support launch operations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Design guidance and control algorithms for new and existing aerospace control systems. Implement algorithms in flight software using C++. Develop simulations for stability and robustness analysis. Create physics-based models of flight systems for use in trajectory simulations. Evaluate solutions for mission requirement compliance. Generate test plans, test procedures and test reports. Design and conduct hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) testing of flight components. Participate in full system integration tests and vehicle launch activities. Perform post-flight analysis and implement lessons learned.
Required Experience:
JOB SKILLS:
In-depth understanding of classical control theory and stability analysis. Experience with implementation of control algorithms, such as PID, on embedded systems Proficient in C/C++, Python, and MATLAB. Good communication skills. Ability to interface with customers and working level corporate personnel Must be U.S. citizen with ability to obtain Secret clearance, active clearance preferred
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Master’s Degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Engineering with a focus in controls. 5+ years relevant professional experience
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law
Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
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Job function Other Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) Engineer” roles.
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