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Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer 3

Chandler, Arizona
Up to $137.25 DOE
Job ID: 220280 Secret Clearance

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Chandler, Arizona
Up to $137.25 DOE
12 months
1
Bachelor's Degree
2+ years
Secret
Oct 22, 2026

Job Description

Job #220280

Chipton-Ross is seeking a GNC Engineer 3 for a contract opportunity in Chandler, AZ.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

  • At least 2 (4) years of direct experience modeling actuator systems.
  • Direct experience developing performance requirements and specifications for actuator systems
  • Experience with both electro-mechanical and electro-hydraulic actuator systems.
  • A DoD Secret level security clearance
  • Experience with Matlab, C++, Simulink, and Python including
  • Experience modeling both linear and non-linear models in Simulink
  • Experience presenting results to a wide variety of audiences including both technical SME's and non-technical customers

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Modeling and Simulation of actuation systems for various launch vehicles, target vehicles, and business development programs.
  • Work under general direction of Flight Sciences Functional Manager, Functional Lead and various Program engineers.
  • Collaborate with other disciplines, Mechanical Electrical, and Systems to determine best means to achieve objectives.
  • Design and analysis of single loop and multi-loop PID control systems, including electromechanical and electro-hydraulic actuation systems.
  • Create new and maintain existing linear and nonlinear math models of actuations systems, in both MATLAB and C++ forms.
  • Evaluation of math model simulation output versus actual test data. Determine source of discrepancies and update models.
  • Plan and conduct actuator systems engineering work that includes evaluation of new systems, and/or adaptation and modification of existing systems.
  • Develop performance requirements for actuation system specifications.
  • Review actuation system test data. Where necessary, identify processing issues and implement corrections.
  • Provide anomaly investigation support for production and fielded actuation systems.
  • Perform trade studies for new actuation system applications.
  • Generate and revise relevant documentation summarizing work performed.
  • Conduct kinematic analysis and mathematical modeling of 3-bar and 4-bar systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

  • 4 (6) years of direct experience modeling actuator systems.
  • Participation in an anomaly investigation
  • New actuation system trade study experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree is required.

School must be accredited.

HOURS

9/80 workweek. On-site in Chandler, AZ.

ADDITIONAL

Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
  • Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
  • Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

For more information, please apply or contact:

Andrea Marentez 800.927.9318 x284
[email protected]
Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.

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