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Job Description
About Lockheed Martin Space:
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security, and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire, and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer, Staff (Level IV) who will specialize in Navigation and Flight Control Algorithm design for complex technical solutions.
The Navigation & Algorithm Design Engineer will join a highly skilled team of systems engineering technologists and modeling & simulation developers supporting various contracts and IRADs within the Theater Strike Weapon Systems (TSWS) and Strategic Missile Defense (SMD) portfolios, including Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) and other programs. tasks include:
The GNC Navigation and Algorithm Engineer should anticipate:
Working on advanced missile weapon design within an advanced hypersonic missile program
Applying experience in weapon system design and algorithm development, including subsystem requirements, interfaces, and simulation, to develop and verify models in both synthetic and integrated hardware environments
Collaborating with subsystem and software engineers to integrate MATLAB, Simulink, and C algorithms, simulation models, and tactical software
Leveraging proficiency in C and MATLAB to implement, test, and validate system models and simulations
Communicating technical findings clearly and working effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
Job Responsibilities will include:
Design and documentation of model and simulation requirements and architecture
Develop, verify, and validate both complex models and simulations such as missile 6-degree-of-freedom simulations (6-DOF) and effects-based simulations
Evaluate system performance in complex scenarios and environments and verify system and subsystem level requirements
Perform critical studies, analyses, and test activities
Support ground and flight test efforts including Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) activities
Support program reviews and technical interchange meetings with internal leadership and/or external customers.
Successful applicants generally have at least 8 years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Basic Qualifications
Skill Requirements:
B.S. or M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Professionally demonstrated advanced proficiency in Matlab/Simulink, C , Python, Fortran
Professionally demonstrated the ability to develop and/or verify/validate complex vehicle navigation and flight controls into simulations and embedded flight software
Professionally demonstrated strong math skills in the areas of linear algebra, matrix math, statistics, trigonometry, and coordinate transformations
An active Secret clearance
Security Clearance / Work Authorization:
To meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected employee to ====.
Final Secret clearance is required to start employment. Applicants must possess a currently active Secret security clearance to be considered qualified.
Selected candidates will be required to maintain at minimum a Secret clearance for long term employment on this program.
Desired Skills
Experience operating in Linux environments including High Performance Computing usage
Experience with Agile development
Experience with GNSS, IMU, or other navigation sensors, estimation theory, and performance analysis AND/OR comparable experience with flight control design and applicable subsystems
Professionally demonstrated experience to develop and analyze algorithms such as guidance, navigation, autopilot, inertial tracking, and servo control algorithms
Ability to perform preflight system performance assessment and post flight verification analyses
Experience Deploying Algorithms That Satisfy Real-time Performance Requirements
Experience with DevOps/DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines and software version control such as Git
Professional experience with 9 years applicable to navigation and/or flight control algorithm development in weapon systems
An active U.S. DOD Secret clearance with an investigation date in the last 5 years and able to obtain and hold a DOD Top Secret
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $123,500 - $217,695. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $142,000 - $246,100. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
About Lockheed Martin Space:
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security, and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire, and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer, Staff (Level IV) who will specialize in Navigation and Flight Control Algorithm design for complex technical solutions.
The Navigation & Algorithm Design Engineer will join a highly skilled team of systems engineering technologists and modeling & simulation developers supporting various contracts and IRADs within the Theater Strike Weapon Systems (TSWS) and Strategic Missile Defense (SMD) portfolios, including Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) and other programs. tasks include:
The GNC Navigation and Algorithm Engineer should anticipate:
Working on advanced missile weapon design within an advanced hypersonic missile program
Applying experience in weapon system design and algorithm development, including subsystem requirements, interfaces, and simulation, to develop and verify models in both synthetic and integrated hardware environments
Collaborating with subsystem and software engineers to integrate MATLAB, Simulink, and C algorithms, simulation models, and tactical software
Leveraging proficiency in C and MATLAB to implement, test, and validate system models and simulations
Communicating technical findings clearly and working effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
Job Responsibilities will include:
Design and documentation of model and simulation requirements and architecture
Develop, verify, and validate both complex models and simulations such as missile 6-degree-of-freedom simulations (6-DOF) and effects-based simulations
Evaluate system performance in complex scenarios and environments and verify system and subsystem level requirements
Perform critical studies, analyses, and test activities
Support ground and flight test efforts including Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) activities
Support program reviews and technical interchange meetings with internal leadership and/or external customers.
Successful applicants generally have at least 8 years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Basic Qualifications
Skill Requirements:
B.S. or M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Professionally demonstrated advanced proficiency in Matlab/Simulink, C , Python, Fortran
Professionally demonstrated the ability to develop and/or verify/validate complex vehicle navigation and flight controls into simulations and embedded flight software
Professionally demonstrated strong math skills in the areas of linear algebra, matrix math, statistics, trigonometry, and coordinate transformations
An active Secret clearance
Security Clearance / Work Authorization:
To meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected employee to ====.
Final Secret clearance is required to start employment. Applicants must possess a currently active Secret security clearance to be considered qualified.
Selected candidates will be required to maintain at minimum a Secret clearance for long term employment on this program.
Desired Skills
Experience operating in Linux environments including High Performance Computing usage
Experience with Agile development
Experience with GNSS, IMU, or other navigation sensors, estimation theory, and performance analysis AND/OR comparable experience with flight control design and applicable subsystems
Professionally demonstrated experience to develop and analyze algorithms such as guidance, navigation, autopilot, inertial tracking, and servo control algorithms
Ability to perform preflight system performance assessment and post flight verification analyses
Experience Deploying Algorithms That Satisfy Real-time Performance Requirements
Experience with DevOps/DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines and software version control such as Git
Professional experience with 9 years applicable to navigation and/or flight control algorithm development in weapon systems
An active U.S. DOD Secret clearance with an investigation date in the last 5 years and able to obtain and hold a DOD Top Secret
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $123,500 - $217,695. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $142,000 - $246,100. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Salary : $123,500 - $217,695