1d ago

Head of GNC

Long Beach, California

$155k-$215k / year

full-timesenioraerospace

🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll lead GNC algorithm development and validation for missile defense systems at Long Wall. You'll drive mission analysis, integration, and test execution. This role offers hands-on impact across flight-critical systems at a rapidly growing defense startup.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Define and refine GNC requirements for mission objectives.
  • Develop, analyze, and validate GNC algorithms and software.
  • Plan and execute GNC validation tests and HITL simulations.
  • Oversee system integration and troubleshoot anomalies.

📋 Requirements

  • B.S. degree from an accredited university
  • 6+ years of experience developing aircraft, missile, or spacecraft GNC systems

✨ Nice to Have

  • M.S. or PhD degree
  • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and high-level programming languages (C, C++, FORTRAN)
  • Experience with hypersonic flight regime control systems
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