Position, Navigation and Timing Engineer - AEVEX Aerospace : Job Details

This position will be responsible for overseeing the different aspects of GNSS analytical spectra and Assured PNT systems.

Essential Functions

• Drives planning, development, implementation and maintenance of software, system, and technologies in the Assured PNT products.
• Understand and analyze the architecture of navigation and timing systems.
• Perform comprehensive dynamic analysis using industry-standard equipment and tools to validate different multi-sensor fusion PNT performance scenarios.
• Define and utilize key metrics to evaluate the performance, reliability, and accuracy of PNT systems.
• Analyze and evaluate various sensor modalities, including GNSS/IMU in real-world environments.
• Lead hands-on integration and testing efforts with software, hardware design to verify system performance, reliability, and compliance.
• Apply knowledge and understanding of GPS and preferably GNSS signals in timing architectures.
• Perform system integration activities of PNT hardware and understand impacts of sensor configurations on an integrated navigation solution on overall delivery.
• Lead and collaborate in the development effort while also providing innovative and creative solutions.
• Works closely with the customers and partners to understand the state of the possible and set requirements based on the Voice of the Customer (VOC).
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Standard Essential Functions
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Expertise in PNT and Assured PNT technologies to understand and evaluate systems engineering activities.
• Proficient in GPS/GNSS navigation theory and technology
• Knowledge of holdover timing algorithms.
• Ability to manage lab environments, hardware test setup and testing for PNT sensors.
• Strong scripting skills.
• Strategic thinker with a strong aptitude for problem-solving.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluent in C++ and Python.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) preferred.

Experience

• 2 + years of system design for PNT solutions.
• Experience with PNT sensors, including GPS/GNSS, IMU, and clock.
• Experience in aerospace or defense industry is preferred.
• Experience providing technical leadership, mentoring and customer support.
• Experience in GNSS analytic and signal processing.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is: Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment Constantly required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

About AEVEX Aerospace

AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.