Guidance Systems Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Pittsfield, MA
Salary
$90,833–$100,767 / yr
Posted
51 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

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This role $96k
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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Guidance Systems Engineer

The Guidance Systems Engineer joins the Guidance Systems team to perform analysis, design, implementation, and testing as part of a system development effort. This role involves supporting Internal Research & Development activities focused on inertial guidance within the Advanced Guidance Lab. Key responsibilities include developing guidance concepts, test equipment, Position Navigation & Timing tools, and lab infrastructure. The candidate will utilize MATLAB, Model Based Systems Engineering, and experience with AI to advance technology. Technical requirements include knowledge of electronics, electrical systems, circuit design, FPGA design, and closed-loop control. The role requires skills in simulation, modeling, and embedded programming using C, C++, Python, or JavaScript. Additionally, the candidate should be familiar with LabView, estimation theory, filtering, data reduction, and inertial sensors to solve complex navigation problems within a high-tech defense environment.

What you'll do

  • Perform analysis, design, implementation, and testing for guidance system development projects.
  • Support Internal Research & Development (IRAD) activities focused on inertial guidance technologies.
  • Develop test equipment, Position Navigation & Timing (PNT) tools, and laboratory infrastructure.
  • Utilize MATLAB to develop advanced Guidance, Navigation, and Control solutions.
  • Operate and maintain basic laboratory environments and associated testing equipment.
  • Design and analyze electronic circuits and FPGA systems for mission-critical applications.
  • Develop embedded software using C, C++, Python, or JavaScript for microcontrollers.
  • Create simulations and models to evaluate estimation theory, filtering, and data reduction.

What we're looking for

  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related field and at least 2 years of experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of experience.
  • Must have a scientific background with an understanding of Guidance Navigation & Controls.
  • Experience with MATLAB, engineering systems, electronics, and electrical systems is required.
  • Ability to operate basic laboratory environments and equipment is required.
  • Preferred qualifications include MBSE, AI, circuit design, FPGA design, and closed loop control.
  • Preferred experience includes simulation/modeling, embedded programming (C, C++, Python, JavaScript), estimation theory, Agile, and LabView.

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