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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Thermal Protection Systems
Canopy A&D
Cape Canaveral, FL
…structures, and manufacturing teams to transition TPS concepts from simulation to physical, flight-ready hardware for platforms across space and hypersonics. You will join a small core team…
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Software Engineer
Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.
Ogden, UT
Familiarity with engineering tools, modeling, and simulation environments supporting system design and analysis
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Embedded Software Design Engineer
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.
Jupiter, FL
The Embedded Software Engineer will be responsible for the development, integration, analysis, verification, and test of embedded software supporting turbomachinery systems. This role…
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Electrical Engineer
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.
Jupiter, FL
Proficient with electrical systems design, modeling, and simulation using OrCAD Capture, PSpice and MATLAB/Simulink.
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Industrial Engineer - Associate or Experienced
The Boeing Company
Jacksonville, FL
Ability to apply intermediate knowledge of modeling techniques (e.g., mathematical modeling, simulation, design of experiments, operations research) to analyze a system
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Tooling Engineer
Actalent
Torrance, CA
- $60 to $75 USD / hour
…tooling under real-world conditions with proficiency in 3D modeling and simulation tools (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or…
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2D Design Engineer
Actalent
Austin, TX
- $55 to $65 USD / hour
Experience with simulation tools, for example FlexSim, for factory and logistics modeling.
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R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEER I
TE Connectivity
MIDDLETOWN, PA
As a R&D/Product Development Signal Integrity Engineer for TE Connectivity you will focus on the electrical design, simulation, and verification-validation testing of high speed products in…
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Interdisciplinary Physical Scientist - General Engineer
Defense Threat Reduction Agency
Fort Belvoir, VA
- $143,913 to $187,093 USD / year
…evaluation plans, to include managing experimental trials, modeling and simulation efforts, or prototyping to validate and transition offensive conventional and functional defeat…
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Industrial Engineer - Level 2 or Level 3
SP - AOA/Xinetics
United States
Experience with improving manufacturing workflow using optimization, modeling, or simulation methods
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Modeling and Simulation Engineer - ACT-Open Rank (Mid Level)-Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado Springs, CO
…Laboratory (ACT) seeks qualified candidates for the position of Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Engineer in Colorado Springs,…
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Product Development Engr. II
Technibilt Ltd dba Wanzl NA
Denver, NC
The Design and Development Engineer II role is a high-energy, hands-on position within the New Product Development (NPD) team, dedicated to driving the creation, refinement, and scaling of…
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Test Engineer (TE) – Skill Level 3
Wyetech
Annapolis Junction, MD
- $86.9 to $109.84 USD / hour
Specify, validate, and adapt Modeling and Simulation for T&E use.
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Lead Hardware Engineer
Anduril Industries
Waltham, MA
…all of: system design, architecture definition, performance modeling, requirements allocations, as well as laboratory and field…
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Digital Embedded Software Engineer - Early Career
Lockheed Martin
Moorestown, NJ
Lockheed Martin Rotary & Mission Systems is seeking a full-time Early Career Digital Embedded Software Engineer. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of one or…
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Fire Protection Engineer - Staff (Job 1519)
DLH
Bethesda, MD
- $105,000 to $110,000 USD / year
…artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. DLH is dedicated to the idea that “Your Mission is Our Passion” and brings a unique…
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Principal Antenna/RF Front End Design Engineer
RTX
United States
…strong understanding of the underlying physics, high-fidelity modeling, simulation of complex signatures and propagation phenomenology, deep expertise in signal processing, EM and RF…
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Senior Engineer, Grid Transition
New York ISO
Rensselaer, NY
Improve the modeling and simulation methods, and the reporting tools.
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Staff Engineer, Manufacturing
Enable Injections Inc.
Cincinnati, OH
Experience with digital twin technologies or line simulation modeling for capacity and throughput analysis.
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GENERAL ENGINEER
Naval Sea Systems Command
Naval Base Newport, RI
- $142,452 to $197,200 USD / year
You will serve as the Designated Representative and Senior Systems Engineer for USW Electromagnetic Systems across all in-service and new-acquisition U.S. Navy submarines. | You will assist…
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Senior GNC Engineer, Space Special Programs
Anduril Industries
Chantilly, VA · Reston, VA
As a Sr. GNC (Guidance, Navigation & Control) Engineer for our Space Special Programs team, you own the understanding and design of all satellite GNC subsystems to include but not limited…
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Sr Systems Engineer
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Oak Harbor, WA
Expert proficiency with Systems modeling and simulation tools.
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Actalent
Bellevue, WA
Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob DescriptionWe are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to advance cutting-edge robotics hardware in a full-time, on-site role in Bellevue, WA. You will…
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Lead Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer
The Boeing Company
Hazelwood, MO
…integration and flight test supporting the areas of guidance, modeling and simulation, flight control and subsystem control for the expanding Air Dominance Portfolio; F-15, F/A-18, MQ-25,…
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Software Engineer II - 1299
Dignitas Technologies LLC
Orlando, FL
Dignitas Technologies, a By Light company, offers a wide range of services in the military modeling, simulation, and training (MS&T) industry from research efforts advancing simulation…

PDS Defense

Guidance Navigation Control Engineer 3

Chandler, AZ, United States

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Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

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PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Guidance Navigation Control Engineer 3, in Chandler, AZ. Job ID#227036

Job Description:

As a Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer in Chandler, AZ, you will take a lead role in missions of national importance, with a strong emphasis on seeker modeling, target tracking, and advanced GNC algorithms for missile and launch vehicle systems. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work and will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

In this role, you will lead the development and evaluation of guidance, navigation, and control systems for advanced aerospace applications, focusing on seeker‑based missile engagements and precision intercept performance. You will own key algorithm design and analysis tasks, applying mathematical models, control theory, and state estimation techniques to process complex seeker measurements and drive guidance and control laws. Your work will include architecting and maintaining six‑degree‑of‑freedom (6‑DOF) simulations, defining performance metrics, integrating hardware and software components, and conducting rigorous performance assessments and trade studies. You will mentor early‑career engineers, provide technical direction on seeker and tracking approaches, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure system reliability and mission success.

Responsibilities include leading the design, development, implementation, verification, and test of high‑quality flight and simulation software; owning the design and maintenance of 6‑DOF simulations used to develop, analyze, and validate flight algorithms and code; optimizing flight and simulation software for performance, robustness, and maintainability; defining and executing analysis campaigns using trajectory optimization and evaluation tools; and presenting technical results, risks, and recommendations to program leadership. This position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required program access(es), within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with 5 years of professional experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of professional experience, or a PhD with 0 years of professional experience, in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Must have an existing U.S. Government security clearance at the Secret level. Demonstrated experience with guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) concepts, algorithms, or analysis for aerospace or missile systems. Experience leading or significantly contributing to development, modeling, simulation, test, integration, or analysis activities for aerospace, missile, spacecraft, or autonomous systems. Proficiency with one or more of the following: MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C/C++, or similar technical software tools, with development in a Linux environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Strong foundation in control systems theory, guidance law development, and flight software implementation. Experience with state estimation and nonlinear filtering (e.g., Kalman Filter, Extended Kalman Filter, Unscented Kalman Filter), including tuning and performance assessment in realistic scenarios. Deep domain knowledge in target tracking and seeker systems (infrared and/or radio frequency), including requirements definition and algorithm design. Experience developing and validating target dynamics and measurement models and integrating them into end‑to‑end 6‑DOF simulations. Experience with seeker measurements such as angle‑only measurements, line‑of‑sight (LOS) rate estimation, pixel/centroid‑based measurements for infrared seekers, and/or range, range‑rate (Doppler), azimuth/elevation, and angle‑only tracking for RF seekers. Experience with data association methods, track initiation and maintenance logic, and multi‑target tracking in the presence of false alarms and clutter. Proven ability to lead small technical teams or work packages, mentor junior engineers, and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders. Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python and experience with software development tools such as Jira, version control, and continuous integration workflows in a Linux environment.

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 To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ 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:

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Control systems
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Leadership
Electrical engineering
Aerospace engineering
Mechanical engineering
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