41 gnc engineer jobs at 21 companies in Triangle, VA

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Senior GNC Engineer
Arlington, Virginia, United States
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Cummings Aerospace
Cummings Aerospace: Develops engineering solutions for defense modernization and aerospace systems.
12+ YOEBS in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering required (MS preferred), 12+ years GNC experience, coding in C and C++, DoD program experience, strong communication and scheduling skills.
C, C++
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GNC Engineer (Aerospace Engineer)
Dahlgren, Virginia, United States
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JRC Integrated Systems
JRC Integrated Systems: Provides engineering and technology solutions for national defense missions.
4+ YOEBachelor's in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering, or physics; 4+ years GNC/missile guidance; MATLAB/Simulink; Python or C/C++; DoD Secret clearance; 6-DOF modeling; sensor fusion.
MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C/C++
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GNC Aerospace Engineer
Dahlgren, Virginia, United States
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SAIC
SAICNASDAQ: SAIC: Provides government and defense clients with technology and engineering services.
4+ YOEBachelor's in engineering or physics (MS preferred),4+ years GNC experience, proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and Python or C/C++, guidance/estimation/Kalman filter experience, ability to obtain Secret clearance.
MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C/C++, NumPy, SciPy, HWIL, SIL
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GNC Aerospace Engineer
Dahlgren, Virginia, United States
$120k-$160k/yr OnsiteFull Time
SAIC
SAICNYSE: SAIC: Provides engineering, IT, and mission support services to government.
4+ YOEBachelor's in engineering or physics, 4+ years GNC or flight controls experience, MATLAB/Simulink and Python or C/C++ proficiency, Kalman filtering and sensor fusion experience, ability to obtain Secret clearance.
MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C, C++, NumPy, SciPy, HWIL, SIL
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Sr. GNC Engineer (Contract)
United States or Arlington or Denver or Houston or Merritt Island
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Airbus U.S. Space & Defense
Airbus U.S. Space & DefenseEuronext Paris: AIR: Provides satellite, helicopter, and cybersecurity solutions for U.S. defense.
8+ YOEBachelor's in STEM required (Master's preferred). 8+ years' GNC experience for spacecraft (6+ with Master's). US citizenship and ability to obtain government security clearance. Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, STK, model-based systems engineering, and programming (C/C++, TCL, Python).
MATLAB/Simulink, STK, SysML, UML, C, C++, TCL, Python
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GNC Engineer
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$125k-$203k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Integration Innovation
Integration Innovation: Engineering, cybersecurity, and simulation solutions for defense agencies.
5+ YOE5+ years engineering experience with C/C++ on Linux, HWIL real-time simulation experience, knowledge of flight dynamics, numerical methods, and strong communication skills.
C, C++, Linux, Git, Common Simulation Framework (CSF), RedHawk Linux, MATLAB, SIMDIS
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GNC Engineer
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$125k-$203k/yr OnsiteFull Time
i3
i3: Provides engineering and technical solutions for defense and aerospace.
5+ YOEBachelor's in engineering,5+ years in simulation or programming,expertise in C/C++ on Linux,real-time/HWIL experience,Git,knowledge of flight dynamics,US citizenship and active Secret clearance required.
C, C++, Linux, Git, Common Simulation Framework (CSF), RedHawk Linux, MATLAB, SIMDIS
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Flight Controls & GNC Engineer
Arlington, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Technology Service Corporation
Technology Service Corporation: Develops advanced sensor systems and engineering solutions for defense.
2+ YOEBS in engineering plus 2+ years fixed-wing UAS flight controls/GNC experience, US citizenship, ability to obtain DoD security clearance, software development for flight controls, HIL/SIL test and data analysis experience.
Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), Software-in-the-loop (SIL)
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Junior GNC Engineer (Aerospace Engineer)
Dahlgren, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Command Post Technologies
Command Post Technologies: Providing cybersecurity and engineering services to government defense agencies.
Bachelor's in engineering or related field (Master's preferred); coursework in modern control and estimation; proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and Python or C/C++; experience with guidance algorithms, Kalman filtering, GPS/INS integration, and 6 DOF modeling; ability to obtain Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C, C++, NumPy, SciPy
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Spacecraft GNC Integration & Test Engineer
Rockville, Maryland, United States
$130k-$180k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Quantum Space
Quantum Space: Developing maneuverable spacecraft platforms for defense and commercial missions.
3+ YOEB.S. or M.S. in engineering, 3+ years spacecraft or high-reliability GNC experience, sensor fusion and control expertise, test and verification experience, proficiency in C++, MATLAB/Simulink, Python; U.S. eligibility for export-controlled work required.
C++, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, MAX FSW, MAX GDS
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(DoD SkillBridge) Guidance Navigation Control (GNC) Engineer - level 3 or 4
Dulles, Virginia, United States
$114k-$213k/yr OnsiteInternship, Full Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
5+ YOEMust have active U.S. Top-Secret clearance (ability to obtain SAP/SCI), experience in GNC design/analysis/testing, proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++, and relevant engineering degree with multi-year experience (level-dependent).
MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, SVN, Git
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Sr. GNC Modeling and Simulation Engineer
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
HybridFull Time
Magma Space
Magma Space: Develops ultra-stable magnetic-bearing control systems for precision satellite missions.
2+ YOE2–5 years of engineering simulation experience; MATLAB/Simulink proficiency; 6-DOF simulation experience; Python or MATLAB scripting; U.S. citizen or permanent resident; strong writing skills.
MATLAB, Simulink, Python
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Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer
Arlington, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Ventus Executive Solutions
Ventus Executive Solutions: Provides engineering and program management for naval defense systems.
12+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering, 12+ years professional experience, 5+ years in GNC or flight control, active Secret required (TS/SCI preferred), experience leading technical teams, supporting tests and reviews, strong communication.
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Guidance Navigation Control (GNC) Engineer – Level 2
Dulles or McLean
$92k-$138k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
2+ YOEAbility to obtain TS/SCI clearance, Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years (or Master’s with 0+ years), experience with MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++, GNC subsystem design/testing, and familiarity with space GNC components.
MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, SVN, Git, EGSE, GSE
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Space ACS/GN&C Engineer
Chantilly, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Space Systems Integration
Space Systems Integration: Provides systems engineering and technical advisory for aerospace missions.
10+ YOEActive Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI polygraph, Bachelor's (12+ yrs) or Master's (10+ yrs) in engineering, direct space ACS/GNC and full satellite lifecycle experience, strong communication and leadership, willingness to travel up to 10%.
2mo
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GNC Software Engineer
Hawthorne or Los Angeles or Washington or San Francisco or London
$160k-$240k/yr OnsiteFull Time
CHAOS Industries
CHAOS Industries: Develops advanced radar and sensing systems for modern defense.
10+ YOEBachelor's in CS/CE/Aerospace, 10+ years OOP software experience, guidance algorithm experience for UAS (ArduPilot), flight dynamics knowledge, embedded/Linux (STM32, NVIDIA Jetson, AMD/Xilinx, MicroBlaze), real-time HW interfaces, Agile, U.S. Person required.
Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN), ArduPilot, STM32, NVIDIA Jetson, AMD, Xilinx, MicroBlaze, VHDL, git, Agile, Scrum, DevOps, DevSecOps, CI/CD
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Part Time Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) Technical SETA, Secret Clearance
Arlington, Virginia, United States
OnsitePart Time, Contract
Blue Sky Innovators
Blue Sky Innovators: Provides engineering and advisory services to the defense sector.
12+ YOERequires active Secret clearance, Bachelor's or Master's in engineering, 12+ years professional experience with 5+ years GNC experience, leadership of cross-functional teams, strong written/verbal skills, and government R&D/acquisition experience.
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Guidance, Navigation & Controls (GNC) Internship - Spring 2027
El Segundo or Los Angeles or Washington or Huntsville
$33/hr OnsiteFull Time, Internship
Varda Space Industries
Varda Space Industries: Develops in-orbit manufacturing platforms and reentry capsules for pharmaceuticals.
1+ YOEActive enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program, previous GNC internship, aerospace fundamentals, and familiarity with C++ or Python and modern software development principles.
C++, Python, GMAT, POST2, MATLAB, Simulink
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DARPA TTO Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Architecture Development Lead
Arlington, Virginia, United States
$150k-$200k/yr HybridFull Time
Amentum
AmentumNYSE: AMTM: Provides engineering, technology, and mission support to government agencies.
12+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering, 12+ years' professional experience, active US Secret security clearance, 5+ years developing GNC/flight control systems, demonstrated technical leadership and strong communication skills.
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Associate Mission Systems Engineer
Seal Beach or Herndon or Aurora or El Segundo
$100k-$136k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Boeing
BoeingNYSE: BA: Designs and manufactures aircraft, defense systems, and space technology.
Bachelor's in engineering or related field, active U.S. Top Secret/SCI clearance, proficiency with MATLAB and Python, experience in mission modeling, GNC or spacecraft operations, and MBSE preferred.
MATLAB, Python

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