Support ICBM test launches by developing and maintaining GN&C analysis tools, performing pre- and post-flight IMU/GPS data analysis, implementing Kalman/linear covariance methods, reconstructing inertial trajectories, and reporting IMU performance and flight accuracy to stakeholders.
Job Description
BAE Systems is looking for a motivated Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) Engineer to join the Force Development Evaluation (FDE) team for an exciting opportunity supporting the United States Air Force Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) weapon system program.
What is FDE?
The FDE team supports Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) and Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) to monitor and assess the current performance and accuracy of the Minuteman III (MMIII) ICBM. The team supports Operational Test Launch activities such as pre-flight mission planning, launch support, post-flight performance and accuracy analysis, and development of accuracy nuclear planning factors. The team also leverages its expertise to support assessment efforts for the upcoming Sentinel ICBM. This role offers a unique opportunity to support and participate in an active test launch program with a team of subject matter experts.
The position involves a wide variety of work ranging from pre-launch planning operations to post-launch data analysis. A successful candidate will work independently and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to develop expertise on the MMIII Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU). This GN&C Engineer will:
The position is located at Hill AFB, Utah. Due to work within a classified environment, this role is not conducive to teleworking or remote schedules. Position level will be based on candidate experience and qualifications.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
BAE Systems is looking for a motivated Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) Engineer to join the Force Development Evaluation (FDE) team for an exciting opportunity supporting the United States Air Force Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) weapon system program.
What is FDE?
The FDE team supports Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) and Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) to monitor and assess the current performance and accuracy of the Minuteman III (MMIII) ICBM. The team supports Operational Test Launch activities such as pre-flight mission planning, launch support, post-flight performance and accuracy analysis, and development of accuracy nuclear planning factors. The team also leverages its expertise to support assessment efforts for the upcoming Sentinel ICBM. This role offers a unique opportunity to support and participate in an active test launch program with a team of subject matter experts.
The position involves a wide variety of work ranging from pre-launch planning operations to post-launch data analysis. A successful candidate will work independently and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to develop expertise on the MMIII Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU). This GN&C Engineer will:
- Implement and utilize Kalman filter or linear covariance methods for IMU error assessment using physics models in tandem with IMU and GPS data.
- Perform analysis of sensor data before and after a test flight to verify nominal behavior and identify anomalous behavior.
- Understand ground and flight algorithms that define how the missile uses its GN&C system.
- Produce inertial trajectories using sensor data to reconstruct the flight path of the missile.
- Develop, maintain, and modify software tools to determine IMU performance and flight accuracy.
- Publish and present IMU performance and accuracy data through briefings and reports.
The position is located at Hill AFB, Utah. Due to work within a classified environment, this role is not conducive to teleworking or remote schedules. Position level will be based on candidate experience and qualifications.
#ASFS
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science.
- 8+ years experience in GN&C, engineering, applied mathematics, data analytics, or other relevant Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) work (6+ years with a Master's degree).
- Understanding of GN&C algorithms, data analysis, fundamental sources of error, and coordinate frame transformations.
- Proficiency with MATLAB for complex tool development, data analysis, and visualization of results.
- Technical writing, presentation, and communication skills.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience with C++, C, Python, Fortran, and Ada programming languages.
- Understanding of IMU hardware, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, and platforms. This includes sensor physics, measured data types, error models, and failure modes.
- Experience with developing and implementing state estimation tools (linear covariance, least-squares, Kalman filtering/smoothing).
- Familiarity with Global Positioning System (GPS) and GPS measurement processing.
- Experience with 6 Degree of Freedom simulations.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
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