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Lockheed Martin · 2 months ago

Guidance, Navigation, & Control Engineer (Level II) - Top Secret

Lockheed Martin Space is focused on harnessing the potential of space to drive innovation and security. The Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer (Level II) will contribute to the design, analysis, and testing of systems that enable spacecraft to operate effectively in complex environments.

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Responsibilities

Perform spacecraft controls design, analysis, simulation, and testing activities
Develop and validate GN&C algorithms and flight software
Utilize simulation and programming tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, C++, Python)
Apply Kalman Filtering and Attitude Determination techniques to mission design
Support hardware integration and mission operations in a dynamic, team-oriented environment

Qualification

GN&C algorithmsMATLAB/SimulinkC++ programmingKalman FilteringFlight software developmentJitter analysisMission operationsHardware integrationTeam collaborationCommunicationDynamic environment

Required

1+ years of related experience
Post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline
Perform spacecraft controls design, analysis, simulation, and testing activities
Develop and validate GN&C algorithms and flight software
Utilize simulation and programming tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, C++, Python)
Apply Kalman Filtering and Attitude Determination techniques to mission design
Support hardware integration and mission operations in a dynamic, team-oriented environment

Preferred

Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly
Experience with flight software development and autocode to C++
Jitter analysis experience (highly desired)
Familiarity with a GN&C hardware suite for space applications
Mission operations experience
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, collaborative team environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical issues to peers, management, subcontractors, and customers

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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