GNC Engineer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on313, East Pine Street, Central Business District, Orlando, Orange County, Florida, 32801, United States
About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company employing approximately 114,000 people worldwide. We are principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Our mission is to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges through purposeful innovation.
Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of our four business areas. By bringing together people who use their passion for innovation, we foster an environment where our employees are our priority. We provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility, emphasizing integrity and corporate responsibility.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Guidance and Control (GNC) Engineer to join a highly skilled team of systems engineering technologists and algorithm developers. This role supports the design, development, integration, and test of missile and fire control systems.
As a GNC Engineer, you will bridge multidisciplinary domains, combining control theory, aerospace dynamics, hardware modeling, simulation, and system-level architecture. Your work will ensure that air vehicles—whether missiles, unmanned aircraft, or manned spacecraft—can accurately determine their state, decide on optimal paths, and execute those paths reliably. You will validate robust guidance laws, precise navigation filters, sophisticated flight-path planning, and stable autopilot systems through rigorous simulation and flight testing.
You will have the opportunity to join small teams of engineers and algorithm developers on various programs at different stages of product development, supporting program reviews and technical interchange meetings with internal leadership and external customers.
Why Join Us
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life both at and outside of work. Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules, including condensed schedules that provide additional time away from the office.
Hiring Process & Application
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. If a match is identified, you may be contacted for this and future openings.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 to 30 days of the requisition posting date to receive optimal consideration. If you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Location & Work Model
This position is based in Orlando, Florida, and is an onsite, full-time role. The schedule for this position is a 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. We foster an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
Work location
Work model: On-site
313, East Pine Street, Central Business District, Orlando, Orange County, Florida, 32801, United States
Orlando, Florida
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop guidance law algorithms and verify performance using high-fidelity simulation
- check_circleCreate trajectory-generation tools to produce feasible and optimal paths
- check_circleEvaluate system performance in complex scenarios and verify requirements
- check_circlePerform critical studies and test activities including Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL)
- check_circleDesign closed-loop control laws to enable vehicle state manipulation and mission execution
- check_circleSupport program reviews and technical interchange meetings with internal and external stakeholders
Requirements
- verifiedBS in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, computer science, applied mathematics, or similar STEM degree
- verifiedUS Citizenship
- verifiedAbility to attain Secret Clearance
- verifiedInterim clearance required to start
- verified1+ years of hands-on experience in guidance, navigation, or flight control engineering on aerospace or missile applications
- verifiedSolid foundation in linear algebra, dynamics, coordinate frame transformations, and fundamental control theory
- verifiedDemonstrated understanding of Air Vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, propulsion, and environmental disturbance modeling
- verifiedDemonstrated understanding of guidance law development or autopilot/flight controls algorithm development
- verifiedFamiliarity with SW development environments like Git and programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, C++, FORTRAN, or Ada
Nice to Have
Master's degree in an engineering discipline with concentration in controls, flight dynamics, or guidance. Experience using a Linux-based operating system. Experience integrating and testing hardware and software in Hardware In-the-Loop (HWIL). Experience with flight-control hardware, actuator interfaces, and inertial sensors. Effective oral presentation skills for design reviews.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleFlexible scheduling options and alternate work schedulescheck_circlePaid Time Off benefits
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Git, Matlab, Python, C++, Fortran, Ada, Linux, Hardware-In-The-Loop, Hwil, Control Theory.
Education: Master's degree in engineering with focus on controls or guidance preferred.
Frequently asked questions about GNC Engineer at Lockheed Martin
What does a GNC Engineer at Lockheed Martin do?expand_more
A GNC Engineer at Lockheed Martin is responsible for the following: Develop guidance law algorithms and verify performance using high-fidelity simulation; Create trajectory-generation tools to produce feasible and optimal paths; Evaluate system performance in complex scenarios and verify requirements; and Perform critical studies and test activities including Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL).
What are the requirements for this GNC Engineer role?expand_more
Lockheed Martin is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: BS in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, computer science, applied mathematics, or similar STEM degree; US Citizenship; Ability to attain Secret Clearance; Interim clearance required to start; 1+ years of hands-on experience in guidance, navigation, or flight control engineering on aerospace or missile applications; and Solid foundation in linear algebra, dynamics, coordinate frame transformations, and fundamental control theory.
Where is the GNC Engineer role at Lockheed Martin located?expand_more
GNC Engineer at Lockheed Martin is based in 313, East Pine Street, Central Business District, Orlando, Orange County, Florida, 32801, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this GNC Engineer job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Lockheed Martin has listed this GNC Engineer role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this GNC Engineer role?expand_more
GNC Engineer at Lockheed Martin typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the GNC Engineer role at Lockheed Martin?expand_more
Key skills for GNC Engineer at Lockheed Martin include Git; Matlab; Python; C++; Fortran; Ada; Linux; and Hardware-In-The-Loop.
What education is required for GNC Engineer at Lockheed Martin?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Master's degree in engineering with focus on controls or guidance preferred.
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GNC Engineer at Lockheed Martin is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.