GNC Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Overview

Design and develop guidance, navigation, and control systems for space missions.

Key Responsibilities

• model validation
• gnc testing
• matlab modeling
• algorithm design
• real-time software
• tech documentation

Tasks

-Ensure models are vigorously tested and validated. -Conduct testing and verification of GNC systems in laboratory and field environments. -Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to ensure system requirements are met. -Model spacecraft systems using MATLAB and Simulink. -Design and develop guidance, navigation, and control algorithms and systems. -Perform system modeling, simulation, and analysis to validate GNC designs. -Develop and implement software for real-time GNC applications. -Prepare technical documentation and reports. -Stay current with advancements in GNC technologies and methodologies.

Requirements

• bachelor's
• mbse
• hil
• gnc
• python
• security clearance

What You Bring

-Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). -Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. -Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principals -Experience with system modeling and simulation tools. -Excellent communication and teamwork skills. -Must be able to obtain a security clearance. -Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and real-time systems. -Knowledge of sensor fusion, Kalman filtering, and control theory. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. -Proven experience in the design and development of GNC systems. -Experience with aerospace and defense applications. -Must be a US citizen. -Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C/C++, MATLAB, and Simulink.

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Benefits

-Collaborative and innovative work environment. -Competitive salary and benefits package. -Opportunities for professional growth and development.

About Jacobs

-Headquartered in Dallas, it has evolved into a global powerhouse delivering consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery services. -Its portfolio spans transformative projects—clean water systems, data centers, rail expansions, offshore wind roadmaps, and wastewater plants. -Specialising in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, national security & defense, life sciences, transportation and water sectors. -Jacobs has reshaped itself via key moves—spinning off government services, acquiring CH2M in 2017, and exiting traditional oil & gas units. -Projects often tackle high-stakes, complex challenges: wastewater treatment in Vancouver, LIRR station upgrades, and AI data centres in Portugal. -Unusually, the firm shifted its HQ from California to Dallas in 2016 to align with its expanding national and global reach.

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