Senior R&D Navigation Analyst

Honeywell Aerospace Technologies

. Analyze and develop alternative navigation algorithms and systems to improve aerospace navigation capabilities .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $157,000 - $197,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in navigation algorithms, sensor fusion, and alternative navigation technologies, with a strong focus on aerospace applications. Proficient in programming languages such as C++, MATLAB, and Python, and experienced in developing and validating navigation systems under various conditions.

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Navigation AlgorithmsSensor FusionC++ ProgrammingMATLAB ProgrammingGNSS Experience

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Hard Skills

Navigation System SimulationData AnalysisMachine Learning TechniquesError ModelingFault DetectionAlgorithm DevelopmentRobust Sensor FusionVision-Based NavigationCUDA ProgrammingEnvironmental Sensors Integration

Soft Skills

Collaborative TeamworkResearch and Development

Tools & Technologies

NVIDIA Jetson PlatformsSimulation EnvironmentsHardware-in-the-Loop Testing

Industry Keywords

Aerospace Navigation StandardsRegulatory RequirementsFlight Operations SafetyAlternative Navigation Techniques

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze and develop alternative navigation algorithms and systems to improve aerospace navigation capabilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate navigation solutions into broader aerospace platforms
Conduct research and testing to validate navigation system performance and reliability under various conditions
Advance alternative navigation technologies that enhance aerospace system safety, reliability, and performance
Contribute to safer and more efficient flight operations worldwide

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
Minimum 6 years of experience in research and development focused on navigation systems or related aerospace technologies
Experience working with navigation algorithms, sensor fusion and alternative navigation techniques
Proficiency with navigation system simulation tools, data analysis software and programming languages such as C++ or MATLAB, Python
Experience with aerospace navigation standards and regulatory requirements
U.S. Person status: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, protected status under asylum or refugee status, or ability to obtain an export authorization
Experience with GNSS, inertial navigation systems, and alternative navigation technologies
Expertise in vision-based navigation and robust sensor fusion techniques for GPS-denied or degraded environments
Ability to develop and validate algorithms integrating inertial sensors, radar altimeters, cameras, LiDAR, and other environmental sensors
Understanding of error modeling, fault detection, and mitigation strategies
Experience with machine learning or artificial intelligence techniques applied to navigation data processing and anomaly detection
Familiarity with simulation environments and hardware-in-the-loop testing
Experience with CUDA programming and NVIDIA Jetson platforms
Track record of transitioning research innovations into deployable aerospace navigation products or solutions
Familiarity with software development best practices and architecture principles
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
Employee assistance program
Educational assistance
Parental leave
12 paid holidays
Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time