• Gnc Engineer

    Actalent (Huntsville, AL)


    Job Title: GNC Engineer

    Job Description

    The GNC Engineer is responsible for ensuring the engineering needs are met while assisting in the planning and deployment of the design of components and their integration into systems. This role requires a multi-disciplinary work history, including GN&C, flight testing, PCB Design, and software projects. The engineer will support the development of technical proposals, drive technical and engineering conflicts to resolution, and ensure the engineering needs of assigned product development projects are met.

    Responsibilities

    + Document designs and analyses with written reports, presentations, and engineering drawings.

    + Characterize, analyze, test, and troubleshoot control system hardware and software subsystems.

    + Develop and maintain tools to perform robot test data reduction and analysis.

    + Perform linearization of nonlinear models, and linear and non-linear controls analysis and algorithm design for stability, robustness, and performance.

    + Analyze systems and flight test data to support model improvements and investigate root causes of failures and anomalies.

    + Participate in and lead GN&C-related design requirements development and design reviews.

    + Develop and maintain reusable software and GN&C design components and integrate them into new designs.

    + Work on complex issues requiring in-depth evaluation of variable factors.

    + Determine methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in guidance navigation and control (GNC), research & development (R&D), and controls.

    + Experience with fixed-wing and rotorcraft systems.

    + Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.

    + 8+ years of combined experience in aircraft design, GN&C, flight testing, systems engineering, and program management.

    + Hands-on attitude with a broad range of development experience.

    + Comprehensive knowledge of engineering disciplines and prior experience leading the development of systems for manned or unmanned air vehicles.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience with Ardupilot software is a plus.

    + Familiarity with aerospace and UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems).

    + Experience with autopilot hardware and software, flight control hardware and software, Part 23 & Part 27 aircraft certification, ground control communications hardware and software, ground control support equipment, air vehicle subsystems integration & test, air vehicle systems communications hardware and software, and high voltage electrical power systems.

    + Travel within the continental U.S. is required to support flight test operations (up to 20%).

     

    Work Environment

     

    The role requires working onsite in Huntsville, AL, primarily in an R&D environment with a focus on UAS.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Huntsville, Alabama.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $210000.00/yr.

     

    Annual Health Benefit NoticesCOBRADentalEnrollment InformationFlexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings AccountHEALTHJOYHearing AidHospital Indemnity PlanInternational SOS - Global Assistance ProgramLiveHealth OnlineMedical & Prescription DrugVisionWellhubWellness

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.