Systems Engineer - GNC

Systems Engineer – Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Autonomous Robotics | Systems Engineering | Space Exploration Do you want to help develop the autonomous navigation and control systems that will power the next generation of robotic exploration? We're partnered with an innovative aerospace company developing advanced autonomous vehicles and robotic systems designed to operate in some of the most challenging environments imaginable. As a Systems Engineer – GNC , you'll work at the intersection of robotics, autonomy, software, and systems engineering to help define, integrate, and verify the technologies that enable intelligent vehicles to navigate and operate independently. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge autonomy programs while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams solving complex engineering challenges. The Opportunity As a Systems Engineer focused on Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC), you'll play a critical role in defining requirements, managing interfaces, supporting verification efforts, and ensuring autonomy software integrates seamlessly with vehicle hardware and subsystems. You'll work closely with autonomy, software, avionics, mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering teams to develop robust solutions capable of operating in highly dynamic and unstructured environments. What You'll Be Doing Support the development and documentation of autonomous navigation, control, and decision-making systems Participate in systems engineering activities including: Requirements development and decomposition Requirements traceability Interface definition and management Verification & Validation (V&V) Develop and maintain technical documentation, including: Interface Control Documents (ICDs) Verification plans Test documentation Support milestone reviews such as: SRR PDR CDR Participate in trade studies and technical risk assessments Work closely with software, avionics, electrical, mechanical, and systems teams to integrate autonomy solutions Analyze test and operational data to improve system performance and reliability Support hardware-in-the-loop and field-testing activities Contribute to process improvements that enhance development efficiency and product quality Ensure systems are developed in accordance with industry best practices for safety and reliability What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree or higher in Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline 3+ years of experience supporting autonomy, robotics, GNC, or autonomous vehicle programs Experience working with: Navigation systems Localization systems Perception systems Control systems Understanding of systems engineering principles and product development lifecycles Experience supporting requirements management and verification activities Strong programming experience with: C++ Python Familiarity with ROS and robotic software architectures Experience integrating software with sensors, actuators, or embedded systems Strong communication and collaboration skills U.S. Person status required Preferred Experience Master's or PhD in Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field Autonomous vehicle, robotics, aerospace, or advanced mobility systems experience GPS-denied navigation systems SLAM and localization technologies Planning and decision-making frameworks State estimation and sensor fusion concepts GPU acceleration or FPGA integration Real-time operating systems Safety-critical software standards such as:

MISRA

DO-178

Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering environments Why Join? Help develop autonomy systems for next-generation robotic vehicles Work on challenging navigation, localization, and control problems Collaborate with experts across robotics, software, systems, and aerospace engineering Gain exposure to the full product lifecycle, from concept development through testing and deployment Join a fast-paced engineering organization where individual contributions have a direct impact Work on technology that pushes the boundaries of autonomous operations Benefits Competitive compensation package Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company match Generous PTO and paid holidays Parental leave Professional development and educational reimbursement Opportunity to work on some of the most advanced robotics and autonomy challenges in industry If you're passionate about autonomy, robotics, systems engineering, and solving complex navigation and control challenges, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr EVONA