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Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer 4

PDS Defense Inc.

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Albuquerque, NM
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Job Description

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer 4, in Albuquerque, NM.

Job Description:

Gathers, defines and documents system level requirements and investigates actions necessary for requirements definition and flow-down improvement. Performs and documents design of Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) systems and guides experienced engineers in performance of the designs. Develops GNC and mathematical tools and techniques and aids in developing Technology roadmaps. Performs or directs test data analysis and documentation. Presents findings of compliance to regulatory agencies, negotiates certification basis in alignment project goals, simulation and design review per FAA, MIL-SPEC and NASA guidance. Trains and coaches others. Works under minimal direction.

Position Responsibilities:

Resolve requirement conflicts.

Perform and document analysis and design of Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) systems.

Perform model validation against test data to inform and improve the accuracy of the simulation environment.

Use advanced analysis to assess and refine the control law design.

Gather, define, and document Guidance, Navigation, and Control mission requirements and ensure requirements traceability and quality from system level to component level.

Develop solutions and disposition issues to assure customer satisfaction.

Design trade studies to meet program requirements.

Work across multiple disciplines such as systems engineering, software and hardware.

Implement COTS solutions when appropriate.

Author and maintain engineering documentation for consistency and delivery.

This position is expected to be fully onsite in Albuquerque, NM.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)

Ability, after starting in the position, to get a SCI or T5 (formerly SSBI).

Guidance, Navigation, and Control engineering experience.

Classical Control Theory experience

Experience with a higher-level programming code (e.g. C, MATLAB, Python, or similar).

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 (Desired Skills/Experience):

Active TS/SCI.

Advanced degree in a related field or coursework in Advanced Control Systems.

Hardware implementation experience.

Experience implementing algorithms in a real time system.

Experience with Speedgoat is a plus

Active TS/SCI or SCI eligible (equivalent clearance considered)

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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About Us
PDS Defense offers talent acquisition and SOW/Engineering solutions in the aerospace, defense, machinery, communications, energy, technology, and service industries. We’re focused on developing strong, lasting relationships with our customers to deliver creative and comprehensive solutions that support their talent acquisition strategies. Our flexible business model allows us to provide not only solutions for contract and direct opportunities, but also offload engineering design services, SOW projects, and more. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top firms, PDS Defense ensures fulfillment of your human capital needs by delivering quality talent in minimal time. We also have one of the best records for contractor longevity among staffing agencies. That translates into more stable workforces, smoother operations, and better results for our customers. If you’re looking for a talent acquisition partner that is as focused on your success as you are, PDS Defense is the answer.
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