Guidance/Navigation/Control Engineering - E2

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Orlando, FL, USA
In-Office
81K-151K Annually
Mid level
Aerospace • Security • Cybersecurity • Industrial
The Role
Design, implement, verify, and test guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicles, and upper stages. Develop simulations and models, perform performance analyses and trade studies, validate real-time C++ algorithms and hardware models, support hardware-in-the-loop and flight testing, and analyze inertial navigation, sensor fusion, tracking, and system performance. The engineer may lead small technical teams and support program reviews and customer meetings.
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Designs, develops, implements, verifies and tests algorithms to perform guidance, navigation and control of aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicles and upper stages during powered and coast phases of flight, earth orbit, interplanetary cruise and orbital insertion, as well as during staging events. Navigation functions include the statistical processing of measured data points and their substitution into algorithms simulating physical reality. Guidance functions include the formulation of specific equations and control laws to achieve a desired position in space. Control design and analyses processes consist of the development of the control requirements for aircraft, launch vehicles and/or spacecraft.
Basic Qualifications

We are seeking an experienced engineer who will join a highly skilled team of systems engineering technologists and algorithm developers supporting various contracts and IRADs within Missiles and Fire Control.

Basic Qualifications

  • BS in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, computer science, applied mathematics, or similar STEM degree and 3+ years of relevant experience.
  • Interim Clearance is needed to start, therefore you must be a US Citizen.
  • Should be fluent in one of the following languages and proficient in the others:
    • MATLAB, python, C++
  • Shall have experience solving problems and relevant experience in performing analysis trades utilizing simulations and may include
    • Performance assessment, analysis tool creation, GNC algorithm assessments, and simulation verification & validation activities
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  • Should show a solid foundation of math skills in the areas of:
    • linear algebra, matrix math, statistics, coordinate frame transformations, state estimation techniques
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  • Have been exposed in validating C++ algorithm simulations and hardware models with real-time data collections
  • Have experience implementing and debugging GNC algorithms running in a real-time processing environments
  • Have familiarity with Modelling and Simulation of GNC systems

Typical GNC PA Engineer tasks may include:

  • Design, test, and evaluate embedded algorithms that perform inertial tracking, inertial navigation and/or sensor fusion
  • Develop, validate, and test complex models & simulations that utilize image processing, inertial tracking and discrimination algorithms to track and discriminate targets of interest.
  • Evaluate and analyze system performance in complex scenarios and environments and verify system and subsystem level requirements
  • Perform critical studies, analyses, and test activities that support ground and flight test efforts including Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) activities
  • Opportunities will exist to join or lead small teams of engineers and algorithm developers on a variety of different programs that are in various stages of product development.
  • Support program reviews and technical interchange meetings with internal leadership and/or external customers
Desired Skills
  • Active Secret Clearance
  • Ability to perform preflight system performance assessment and post flight verification analyses
  • Have experience in validating C++ algorithm simulations and hardware models with real-time data collections
  • Be proficient in implementing and debugging GNC algorithms running in a real-time processing environments
  • Have been exposed to electro-optic phenomenology and optical system analysis as it applies to GNC.
  • Experience with Extended and Unscented Kalman filtering is desired
  • Experience with Inertial navigation and GPS processing techniques is a plus
  • Strong programming skills that can translate to C++ in a Linux environment
  • Relevant experience deploying algorithms that satisfy real-time performance requirements

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $81100.00 - $150500.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.  

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, computer science, applied mathematics, or a similar STEM field
  • 3+ years of relevant engineering experience
  • U.S. citizenship and an interim security clearance to start
  • Fluency in MATLAB, Python, or C++, with proficiency in the other listed languages
  • Experience solving engineering problems and performing analysis trades using simulations
  • Experience with performance assessment, analysis tool creation, GNC algorithm assessment, or simulation verification and validation
  • Strong mathematics foundation in linear algebra, matrix mathematics, statistics, coordinate-frame transformations, and state-estimation techniques
  • Experience validating C++ algorithm simulations and hardware models using real-time data collections
  • Experience implementing and debugging GNC algorithms in real-time processing environments
  • Familiarity with modeling and simulation of GNC systems
  • Experience with preflight system performance assessment and post-flight verification analysis
  • Experience with electro-optic phenomenology and optical system analysis applied to GNC
  • Experience with Extended and Unscented Kalman filtering
  • Experience with inertial navigation and GPS processing techniques
  • Strong C++ programming skills in a Linux environment
  • Experience deploying algorithms that meet real-time performance requirements
  • Active Secret clearance

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  • Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout element, with a strong 401(k) program and options like an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features meaningfully enhance total compensation and long‑term financial security.
  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
  • Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.

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