Principal Guidance-Navigation-Controls Engineer

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with GNC experts, software developers, and operators to translate mission requirements into robust, testable autonomy logic
• Design and implement autonomous mission algorithms for AUVs including search patterns, obstacle avoidance, and adaptive replanning
• Define and maintain behaviors across vehicle platforms
• Develop and refine vehicle dynamics models and control architecture
• Define verification and validation test plans for GNC subsystems and behaviors
• Analyze field test data to diagnose performance anomalies and refine algorithms
• Partner with all engineering disciplines to ensure guidance algorithms are implemented efficiently
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to mid-level and junior GNC engineers

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• 15+ years of professional experience developing autonomy algorithms for undersea vehicles
• Professional experience in guidance and control system design for maritime platforms
• Experience with simulation environments for autonomous systems development and testing
• Strong proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and software languages for algorithm development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with AUV autonomy frameworks or stacks
• Background working with operators and GNC specialists
• Familiarity with real-time embedded software environments
• Background supporting autonomous systems

Benefits

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Award Programs
• Company Sponsored Events

About the Company

GRVTY delivers mission and technical expertise to tackle systemic national security issues. We partner with customers to overcome challenges in technology and defense, providing the edge needed for successful on-the-ground operations.