GNC Software Engineer

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer

Client is seeking a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and testing of GNC software for mission-critical systems. This role will focus on building, debugging, and maintaining software tied to guidance, navigation, and control algorithms, while supporting simulation, flight software integration, and large-scale test execution. The ideal candidate brings strong software engineering fundamentals, experience working with mathematically intensive applications, and the ability to operate within structured engineering and configuration-managed environments.

Core Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute guidance, navigation, and control software development activities Design, develop, document, test, and debug software supporting GNC algorithms and mission applications Support software merges into simulation and flight software environments using software configuration management tools Coordinate pipeline execution, testing activities, and Monte Carlo simulation runs on computer clusters Analyze software behavior, resolve defects, and correct program errors Prepare operating instructions and technical documentation related to software development and testing Evaluate system capabilities and troubleshoot issues related to program logic, input data, output requirements, and programming methods Follow established engineering standards, software processes, procedures, and lifecycle practices Collaborate with cross-functional teams supporting mission systems, simulation, and flight software delivery

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Technologies

Experience developing software for guidance, navigation, and control applications Strong programming skills in software used for mathematically intensive engineering solutions Experience with software design, debugging, testing, and documentation Knowledge of software configuration management tools and controlled development environments Experience supporting simulation pipelines, test runs, and Monte Carlo analysis workflows Understanding of full software development lifecycle standards, processes, and procedures Ability to analyze system behavior, identify defects, and resolve software issues in complex environments Active or obtainable security clearance required

Preferred Skills or Experience

Experience integrating software into simulation and flight software environments Experience supporting mission-critical or aerospace systems Background working with computer clusters or high-volume simulation environments Experience in highly structured engineering environments with strong software quality standards

Work Details

Location: Sunnyvale, CA Work Arrangement: Onsite Pay Rate: Up to $85/hr Security Clearance: Required