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Apera

GNC Engineer- Multiple Levels

Apera, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Our client is a cutting‑edge aerospace company developing next‑generation aircraft systems that redefine what’s possible in advanced flight technology. Their vehicles integrate complex control systems, high‑performance sensors, real‑time avionics, and sophisticated estimation algorithms to ensure precision flight across a wide range of demanding environments. As a Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer, you will play a core role in architecting, developing, and validating the algorithms and control laws that enable safe, stable, and high‑performance flight. Your work directly impacts aircraft behavior, autonomy, and overall mission success.

Requirements

3–8+ years of experience in GNC, flight controls, or related flight dynamics engineering

Strong background in control theory, dynamic modeling, and state estimation (e.g., EKF, sensor fusion)

Hands‑on experience developing, tuning, and validating control laws for aircraft or similarly complex dynamic vehicles

Proficiency with modeling & simulation tools (MATLAB/Simulink, Python)

Experience integrating IMUs, GPS, air data, or other flight‑critical sensors

Familiarity with real‑time implementation and verification on embedded systems

Preferred

Flight test support or hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) testing

Guidance algorithm development for autonomous or highly dynamic vehicles

Exposure to certification processes or safety‑critical system development

If your experience aligns with the above and you thrive in fast‑paced, high‑integrity engineering environments where your work has immediate impact, please apply now with your latest resume!

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Industry Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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