Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer

Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer (Associate/Mid-Level) to join the Flying Qualities and Autonomy Technology Group as part of the Vertical Lift Division located in Ridley Park, PA. We participate in all phases of design and testing, and support all of Boeing’s vertical lift aircraft, including the Apache, AH-6, Chinook, MH-139, V-22 Osprey, and other developmental aircraft. Position Responsibilities Analyze air vehicle stability and control characteristics to ensure acceptable handling qualities in compliance with specifications. Apply control theory to the design of control laws that achieve desired characteristics for dynamic control response, gust or disturbance rejection, system failure robustness, and loads considerations. Develop and validate linear and nonlinear mathematical analysis and simulation models of air vehicle and subsystems using theory and test data, including wind tunnel and flight test. Support the design of new and modified rotorcraft configurations from a stability, control, and handling qualities perspective. Perform wind tunnel testing, pilot-in-the-loop flight simulation, hardware in the loop laboratory testing, and flight testing in support of vehicle design and analysis. Apply tools such as Matlab/Simulink and other modern and legacy programming languages in both Windows and Unix-based environments. Collaborate with test pilots and with engineers in other engineering disciplines such as aerodynamics, dynamics, avionics systems, structural design, and crew systems design, to optimize vehicle level characteristics. Occasional travel to support flight testing at off-site locations. These test sites could include cold weather sites, high altitude sites, or ships at sea. Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime and occasional weekends when necessary to support test activities. (Note: These unique support requirements are infrequent, but possible) This position is expected to be 100% on-site at the Ridley Park, PA location. This position requires the ability to travel 10% of the time (Note: This typically requires a Driver’s License). This worksite also participates in Boeing’s optional “9/80” schedule, whereby an employee would work 80 hours over 9 days, and take every other Friday off. This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. Basic Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement. Preferred Qualifications Experience, activities, and coursework which demonstrate an interest in Flight Vehicle Dynamics, Aircraft Stability & Control, Control Law Design, Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC), Simulation and Modeling, and/or Aeromechanics. Engineering coursework and experience in linear stability analysis including aero-servo-elastic effects. Completion of rotorcraft-centric engineering courses, or other engineering-level exposure to rotorcraft concepts and characteristics. Level 2 preferred qualification: Master of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, with coursework in control systems and flight-related concepts. Level 2 preferred qualification: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, with coursework in control systems and flight-related concepts, combined with 2+ years relevant work experience. Level 3 preferred qualification: PhD degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, with coursework in control systems and flight-related concepts. Level 3 preferred qualification: Master of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, with coursework in control systems and flight-related concepts, combined with 3+ years relevant work experience. Level 3 preferred qualification: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, with coursework in control systems and flight-related concepts, combined with 5+ years relevant work experience. Typical Education and Experience Level 2: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Level 3: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense. Referral Bonus This position is eligible for referral. Drug Free Workplace Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Pay & Benefits Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Typical Summary pay ranges: Level 2: $100,300 – $135,700 Level 3: $124,100 – $167,900 Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 05, 2026. Export Control Requirements This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Education Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Required Security Clearance This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Shift This position is for 1st shift Equal Opportunity Employer Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr ApplyMint