Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer - Rotorcraft/VTOL

Anduril Industries

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Location
Costa Mesa, CA
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$129,000–$220,000 / yr
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10 days ago
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TL;DR · Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer - Rotorcraft/VTOL

Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer - Rotorcraft/VTOL The Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer joins the Maneuver Dominance and Flight Engineering teams to develop operationally relevant, multi-asset autonomy for air vehicle platforms. This role involves designing, implementing, and testing GNC architectures and algorithms while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams through every phase of development, from concept to operation. The engineer will build systems for vehicles like Omen and Thunder, focusing on safety-critical systems for VTOL and CTOL flight dynamics. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting system issues, performing linear analysis of dynamic systems, and conducting 6-DOF simulations. Required skills include proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and related toolboxes, alongside a strong grasp of control theory, estimation, and filtering techniques. Preferred technical competencies include generating C or C++ code from Simulink models, writing code in Rust, and utilizing tools like Git, GitHub, or GitLab.

What you'll do

  • Develop, implement, and test algorithms for guidance, navigation, and control systems based on project requirements.
  • Design and assess GNC architectures including vehicle components, sensors, actuators, and software algorithms.
  • Participate in all development phases from initial concept and prototyping to testing and operation.
  • Use simulation and analysis tools to verify GNC models under various operating conditions.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to GNC systems during design, testing, and operational phases.
  • Provide system engineering expertise to ensure a cohesive approach to the design and implementation process.
  • Contribute to formal design reviews, safety assessments, and comprehensive system documentation.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • 2 or more years of experience in Guidance, Navigation & Control engineering or related technical experience.
  • Strong theoretical knowledge of classical and modern control theory, estimation, and filtering techniques.
  • Exceptional understanding of flight dynamics for both VTOL and CTOL aircraft.
  • Experience developing GNC solutions for flight systems and tools for linear analysis of dynamic systems.
  • Proficiency with GNC simulation tools such as MATLAB and Simulink.
  • Familiarity with 6-DOF simulations.
  • Eligibility to obtain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

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