Guidance, Navigation & Control, Navigation/algorithm Design Engi

Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer, Staff

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We are seeking an experienced Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer, Staff (Level IV) who will specialize in Navigation and Flight Control Algorithm design for complex technical solutions. The Navigation & Algorithm Design Engineer will join a highly skilled team of systems engineering technologists and modeling & simulation developers supporting various contracts and IRADs within the Theater Strike Weapon Systems (TSWS) and Strategic Missile Defense (SMD) portfolios, including Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) and other programs.

Tasks include:

• Working on advanced missile weapon design within an advanced hypersonic missile program

• Applying experience in weapon system design and algorithm development, including subsystem requirements, interfaces, and simulation, to develop and verify models in both synthetic and integrated hardware environments

• Collaborating with subsystem and software engineers to integrate MATLAB, Simulink, and C++ algorithms, simulation models, and tactical software

• Leveraging proficiency in C++ and MATLAB to implement, test, and validate system models and simulations

• Communicating technical findings clearly and working effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment

Job responsibilities will include:

• Design and documentation of model and simulation requirements and architecture

• Develop, verify, and validate both complex models and simulations such as missile 6-degree-of-freedom simulations (6-DOF) and effects-based simulations

• Evaluate system performance in complex scenarios and environments and verify system and subsystem level requirements

• Perform critical studies, analyses, and test activities

• Support ground and flight test efforts including Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) activities

• Support program reviews and technical interchange meetings with internal leadership and/or external customers

Successful applicants generally have at least 8+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Skill requirements:

• B.S. or M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

• Professionally demonstrated advanced proficiency in Matlab/Simulink, C++, Python, Fortran

• Professionally demonstrated the ability to develop and/or verify/validate complex vehicle navigation and flight controls into simulations and embedded flight software

• Professionally demonstrated strong math skills in the areas of linear algebra, matrix math, statistics, trigonometry, and coordinate transformations

• An active Secret clearance

Security clearance statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Other important information you should know:

• Expression of interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match.

• Ability to work remotely: Onsite full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

• Work schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

• Pay rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $123,500 - $217,695. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.