58089BRNavigation EngineerGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems PowayCalifornia
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Navigation Engineer in Poway, CA.
As Navigation & Flight Sensors Engineer you will be a part of a team of skilled engineers responsible for designing, developing, analyzing, and maintaining navigation systems and other flight sensor equipment used in GA-ASI aircraft systems. This role requires an understanding of navigation (or adjacent ) technologies to ensure the success of critical aerospace projects.
DUITES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work on the design, development, and testing of navigation systems, flight sensors, and avionics equipment for aircraft applications.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sensor engineers, flight controls engineers, software developers, systems engineers, and advanced programs to integrate navigation systems seamlessly with aircraft systems.
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in navigation and sensor technology by representing the company and participating in industry conferences.
- Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
- Conduct research and development projects to enhance navigation system capabilities.
- Participate in bid and proposal activities.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
- Typically requires a bachelors or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
- Experience with navigation system integration in military unmanned aircraft.
- Knowledge navigation data processing, Kalman filters, and fusion techniques.
- In-depth knowledge of navigation technologies, aviation regulations, and safety standards.
- Experience with air data systems, aircraft sensors, and embedded computing hardware.
- Proficient in scripting languages such as Python is desirable.
- Proficient in the use of Matlab and Simulink tools.
- Experience with developing, implementing and testing visual navigation algorithms such as terrain image matching is strongly desired.
- Experience with using radio frequency signals of opportunity as navigation aids and the associated design, integration and testing of associated algorithms and nav subsystem is strongly desired.
- Experience with Software-In-The-Loop (SWIL) and Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) simulation and testing is strongly desired.
- Experience with implementing and testing autonomy, collaborative engagement, artificial intelligence, and machine learning algorithms is desired.
- Experience with guidance and control algorithms, simulation models, hardware, and software is desired.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
EngineeringEntry-Level (0-2 years) OnsiteFull-Time Salary 69,500116,3750% - 25% YesYesDesiredSecret5237194No5313301410.00.015-Oct-2026Engineer II