Senior GNC Engineer

The role

You will design, implement, and validate advanced GPS-denied navigation algorithms. This includes developing vision-based navigation, map matching, and sensor fusion for autonomous platforms.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and rigorously validate advanced GPS-denied navigation algorithms
• Drive ground-up algorithm development from theoretical concepts through simulation, HIL testing, and flight validation
• Collaborate with Computer Vision, Flight Software, and Simulation teams
• Analyze flight test data to identify performance gaps and debug incidents
• Contribute to the growth of technical moats in navigation
• Mentor junior engineers and champion best practices

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field
• 8+ years of professional experience in GNC, localization, or advanced state estimation roles
• Deep expertise in state estimation and sensor fusion, particularly with various Kalman filter types
• Proficiency in C++ and/or Python
• Extensive experience with vision-based navigation (VBN) techniques or robust map matching/geo-registration algorithms
• Ability to develop, test, and debug algorithms in real-time embedded environments on physical hardware
• Experience with modeling and simulation of dynamic systems and sensor phenomenology
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice to have

• Master’s Degree or PhD in a relevant technical field
• Experience with terrain contour matching (TERCOM) or other non-GPS absolute localization methods
• Familiarity with diverse sensor modalities for navigation and their noise characteristics
• Experience with distributed or collaborative navigation systems
• Track record of bringing complex algorithms from theoretical concepts to deployed products
• Proficiency with modern software development practices (e.g., CI/CD, Git, automated testing frameworks)
• Ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced startup environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees

Before you apply

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Consent to pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening

About the company

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.