Senior Strategic Weapons System GN&C Engineer

2 weeks ago

London, Kentucky, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time
Job Title: Senior Strategic Weapons System GN&C Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Strategic Weapons System GN&C Engineer to join our team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a key member of our Flight Navigation, Guidance, and Control Evaluation and Development Group, you will play a critical role in the design and evaluation of next-generation strategic weapon systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the development of state-of-the-art GN&C methodologies for next-generation strategic missile flight systems.
  • Provide subject matter expertise and technical direction for GN&C systems.
  • Collaborate with the broader Strategic Weapon System community to evaluate weapon system performance and influence next-generation system designs.
  • Apply state estimation techniques to solve complex problems with large state representations.
  • Develop and understand underlying weapon system navigation-related error models from a fundamental math and physics perspective.
  • Analyze weapon system performance using flight test data collected from various sensors.
  • Support the development and maintenance of numerical techniques and affiliated simulation software.
  • Conduct trade studies and run simulations to inform weapon system design choices.
  • Share expertise as a resource and mentor to junior engineers.
  • Document and present research and analysis results to government sponsors and leadership.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or above in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or closely related technical discipline).
  • 5+ years of relevant experience working on the design and/or performance evaluation of Missile GN&C Systems.
  • Strong background in Optimal Estimation, Dynamical Systems, and Inertial Navigation.
  • Experience in solving state-estimation problems for large-scale systems.
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
  • Ability to obtain an interim Secret level security clearance by start date and Top Secret level clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's or above in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or closely related technical discipline) with a focus in Guidance, Navigation, and Control.
  • 10+ years of experience working on programs like Trident, MMIII, or GBSD.
  • Experience in leading and providing technical direction to a team of GN&C engineers.
  • Strong interest in applied research and innovation.

We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work-life balance.

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