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Guidance and Control Engineer for Flight Systems at Leidos - ApplyBlast

Guidance and Control Engineer for Flight Systems

Leidos

4 months ago

3.9 on Glassdoor

Huntsville, AL

Onsite

Full Time

Senior

0 applicants

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About this role

A Guidance and Control Engineer at Leidos develops and analyzes guidance and autopilot algorithms for flight systems, including cruise missiles and hypersonic programs. The role involves implementing solutions in simulations, conducting trade studies, validating performance, and supporting flight tests. The engineer works within the Defense Systems Sector to support rapid development efforts for navigation systems.

Responsibilities

Develop and analyze guidance and autopilot algorithms for flight systems
Implement control solutions in 6-DOF simulations and operational software
Conduct trade studies to inform critical design decisions
Validate and verify system performance using advanced mathematical techniques
Support flight tests with pre-flight predictions and post-flight analysis

Skills

Qualifications

BS in Engineering or PhysicsMaster's in Engineering or PhysicsSecret ClearancePhD in Engineering or Physics

About Leidos

leidos.com

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia, United States

Company Size

10001+ employees

Founded

1969

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Leidos is a Fortune 500 science and technology company that delivers solutions at the intersection of national security, health, and critical infrastructure, serving defense, federal government, intelligence, and commercial markets. With a global workforce of approximately 47,000, the company provides capabilities across AI, cybersecurity, digital modernization, mission software, space, maritime, managed health, and energy infrastructure. Leidos partners with government agencies and large enterprises to deliver mission-critical innovations that address complex national and global challenges.