Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer (Experienced, Lead, Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security’s Experimental Systems Group (ESG) is hiring GN&C Engineers across Experienced, Lead, and Senior levels to rapidly prototype, develop, and field novel space and hypersonic capabilities. ESG delivers first-of-kind solutions for customers in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, including the X-37B, the world’s first fully autonomous, reusable spaceplane. You will design GN&C algorithms, build high‑fidelity simulations, implement and test flight software, and support integration and flight test in both atmospheric and space. Career growth opportunities are available for candidates with a passion for spacecraft or aircraft GN&C.

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Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and verify guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for spacecraft, re-entry vehicles, and hypersonic/airborne platforms.

• Develop and maintain 6‑DOF dynamics simulations and associated analysis tools for mission and performance assessment.

• Implement and validate GN&C flight software (MATLAB/Simulink models and C/C++ prototypes) and integrate with testbeds and avionics.

• Apply astrodynamics and flight mechanics to mission design, novel orbit concepts, and trajectory optimization.

• Apply aerodynamics, atmospheric flight mechanics, and controls knowledge to support the design of re-entry guidance, navigation, and flight control functions.

• Develop powered and unpowered guidance laws and autonomy tools for on‑orbit and atmospheric operations.

• Support troubleshooting of operational anomalies, functional tests, and service incidents.

• Produce concepts of operations, simulation artifacts, and test procedures to enable rapid iteration from prototype to flight test.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (systems engineering, avionics, test, and business development) and communicate technical tradeoffs to stakeholders.

• Independently identify inefficiencies, propose solutions, and implement reusable tools and automations.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.

• 3+  years related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong fundamentals in astrodynamics and/or aerodynamics and linear algebra.

• Experience developing simulations and mathematical models for GN&C or related problems.

• Proficiency with MATLAB and Simulink.

• Programming experience in C/C++ or comparable languages sufficient to implement and test GN&C algorithms.

• Ability to work effectively in broad, minimally defined design spaces and to communicate technical results clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in aerospace/aeronautical engineering (BS/MS/PhD).

• 5+  years related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• 10+  years related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• Active Tier 5 (T5) Clearance, formerly known as Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) is Preferred.

• Experience with spacecraft operations, space environment effects, or hypersonic re‑entry GN&C.

• Familiarity with state estimation and sensor fusion (e.g., Kalman filters), GPS/INS, or air data systems.

• Background in classical and modern control theory and nonlinear control design.

• Model‑based development experience and flight test support.

• Prior work on space or hypersonic programs.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: Experienced level: $114,750 - $155,250

Summary pay range: Lead level: $138,550 - $187,450

Summary pay range: Senior level: $165,750 - $224,250

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

Safety Sensitive:

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A current Tier 5(T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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