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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer 4

Albuquerque, NM 87192

Posted: 09/30/2026 Industry: Defense, Engineering Job Number: ODkyL1NPYnlDMXZEZTh6dmU5WW53UT09 Pay Rate: 99.50 Hourly USD Job Code: JPC - 17695

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer 4
LOCATION: Albuquerque, NM
PAY RATE: $99.50/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

  • Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

  • Clearance: Active Top Secret Security Clearance required to start.

  • Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

  • Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

  • Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

  • Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

  • Shift: First shift, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Qualifying Questions:

  • Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

  • Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

  • Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

  • Resolve requirement conflicts.

  • Perform and document analysis and design of Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) systems.

  • Perform model validation against test data to improve simulation accuracy.

  • Use advanced analysis to assess and refine control law design.

  • Gather, define, and document GNC mission requirements and ensure traceability from system level to component level.

  • Develop solutions and disposition issues for customer satisfaction.

  • Design trade studies to meet program requirements.

  • Work across multiple disciplines such as systems engineering, software, and hardware.

  • Implement COTS solutions when appropriate.

  • Author and maintain engineering documentation.

Requirements:

  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance required to start.

  • Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

  • Ability to obtain SCI or T5 after starting.

  • Guidance, Navigation, and Control engineering experience.

  • Classical Control Theory experience.

  • Experience with a higher-level programming code (e.g., C, MATLAB, Python, or similar).

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or non-US equivalent directly related to the work statement.

  • Preferred: Active TS/SCI.

  • Preferred: Advanced degree in a related field or coursework in Advanced Control Systems.

  • Preferred: Hardware implementation experience.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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Meet Your Recruiter

Robin Curtis

Robin Curtis is a Senior Talent Acquisition Manager with a remarkable track record of over 20 years of expertise in Aerospace Engineering. With a deep passion for connecting talent with opportunity, she has consistently demonstrated her commitment to excellence in this field.

Robin's journey in talent acquisition has been nothing short of exceptional. With two decades of hands-on experience, she has honed her skills and cultivated an expansive and influential network within the industry.

Robin actively characterizes her approach to talent acquisition with partnership, transparency, and a genuine passion for helping individuals and organizations achieve their goals.

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