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GNC Engineer: High-Speed Flight Guidance & Controls

$120k - $180k

Wardstone (YC F25)

A technology firm specializing in aerospace solutions is looking for a Guidance, Navigation, and Controls Engineer. This role involves designing guidance algorithms for high-speed dynamics and implementing controls for UAVs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in state estimation and control theory, and must hold a B.S. or M.S. in Aerospace Engineering. Familiarity with tools like MATLAB and C++ is essential for this position, which offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wardstone (YC F25)

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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