Senior Sensor Systems Engineer
Core
Conceptualize, develop, analyze, and assess robust GN&C (Guidance, Navigation and Control) sensors and systems for defense and space applications.
Role type
Senior Systems Engineer / Integration and Test Engineer
Builds
High-fidelity sensor models, test programs, and integrated sensor packages for defense and space systems
Domain
Defense, Space Exploration, Inertial Navigation Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Inertial sensor technology evaluation (gyroscopes, accelerometers), Verification and Validation planning, System design technical baselines (SRR, PDR, CDR), Technical risk identification and mitigation, Team leadership, Data analysis methods
Preferred skills
Motion simulators and positioning systems interfacing, Environmental test execution (vibration, shock, pressure), Strategic weapon/DoD/space/GN&C systems experience, Complex hardware/software integration, Functional system modeling and simulation, Systems requirements traceability, Digital signal processing, Control theory, Mixed-signal hardware systems
Technologies
LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, Simulink, DOORS
Responsibilities
Lead tasks while tracking priorities, scope, cost and schedule; Derive plans and procedures for solving complex I&T problems across program lifecycle; Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop mitigation strategies; Mentor less experienced engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities