GNC (Navigation) Engineer – UAVs
Are you ready to shape the future of autonomous aerial systems? We’re looking for a GNC (Navigation) Engineer to develop cutting-edge navigation solutions for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This role is perfect for engineers passionate about pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology and working on real-world applications in logistics, defense, and humanitarian efforts.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Develop and implement navigation algorithms for UAVs.
• Assess vehicle controllability and performance to ensure mission success.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate navigation solutions into UAV platforms.
• Conduct ground and flight tests to validate system performance.
• Work with sensor fusion techniques, including IMU/GPS, RTK-GNSS, and dual GNSS systems.
• Design and implement GNC algorithms, develop models, and refine performance through data analysis.
What You Bring:
• 5+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in GNC system design.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or related field).
• Strong knowledge of Kalman filtering, state estimation, and control theory.
• Proficiency in Python and C++.
• Experience with embedded software development and real-time operating systems.
• Background in fault-tolerant navigation and flight stability is a plus.
Location & Compensation:
📍 El Segundo, CA
💰 $140,000 – $180,000 base salary + benefits & potential equity
This is a unique opportunity to work on high-impact UAV technology, making a real difference in aerospace and defense applications. If you’re excited about pushing the limits of autonomy and navigation, we’d love to connect.
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