Senior Algorithms Engineer - GNC

$125k

Full-time

Kforce has a client in Orem, UT looking for a Senior Algorithms Engineer - GNC for a hybrid, full time role. The Engineer will develop advanced guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for Avionic Military platforms. This role focuses on system identification, modeling, simulation, and low-level control systems with opportunities for flight testing and next-generation autonomous avionic system development. We are working directly with the hiring manager on this search assignment. Responsibilities:

Develop and tune control, estimation, and autonomy algorithms for Avionic systems
Perform system identification, modeling, and simulation of multirotor platforms
Improve simulation fidelity and evaluate system performance
Plan and support flight test campaigns
Collaborate with software and hardware teams on complex technical challenges
BS/MS in Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Mechatronics or related field
Strong background in GNC, Controls Engineering, Robotics, or Autonomous Systems
Expertise in system identification and dynamic modeling
Experience with control theory (PID, LQR, MRAC, MPC)
Hands-on experience implementing and tuning low-level control loops
Proficiency in C++; Python experience preferred
Experience working with actuators, motors, and embedded control systems
Ideal Candidate: a hands-on controls engineer who enjoys working close to the hardware, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can translate real-world system behavior into robust control algorithms
Keywords: GNC Engineer, Controls Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Autonomy Engineer, Control Systems, UAV, Drone, System Identification, Modeling, Simulation, PID, LQR, MPC, C++, Python, ArduCopter, PX4, ROS2

Preferred Qualifications:

UAV/drone experience, including ArduCopter, PX4, or ROS2
Experience with Kalman filters, state estimation, trajectory generation, or GPS-denied navigation
Robotics or autonomous systems background
Simulation and modeling experience

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