Navigation & Positioning Architectures Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

. Carry out analysis driving recommendations for research, development, and acquisition decisions for legacy and emerging navigation and positioning systems .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $144,500 - $216,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in geolocation, PNT architecture analysis, and performance evaluations, with a strong foundation in aerospace or electrical engineering. Capable of leading technical teams, mentoring junior staff, and effectively communicating complex analysis results to stakeholders.

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Geolocation ExpertisePNT Architecture AnalysisPerformance EvaluationsSoftware Proficiency in Python, C, C++, MATLAB, Fortran, or JavaTS/SCI Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

GeolocationPNT Architecture AnalysisPerformance EvaluationsAlgorithm DesignSoftware DevelopmentMathematical ModelingSignal ProcessingSpace-Related Modeling and SimulationMission Data ProcessingResilient Systems

Soft Skills

MentoringTechnical CommunicationTeam LeadershipCross-Department CollaborationTraining Coordination

Tools & Technologies

Analysis ToolsSimulation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringElectrical EngineeringSystems EngineeringMathematicsSpace ThreatsAdvanced PNT Technologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPythonTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Carry out analysis driving recommendations for research, development, and acquisition decisions for legacy and emerging navigation and positioning systems
Serve as a key point of contact for specialized technical expertise in geolocation, PNT architecture analysis, or PNT resilience
Lead cross-department teams conducting specialized technical analysis and development tasks
Translate customer needs into project objectives and provide technical evaluations
Perform end-to-end performance evaluations and analyses-of-alternatives using in-house or internally developed analysis tools
Mentor junior staff in department focus areas and coordinate training
Develop and present technically accurate presentations and reports communicating analysis results to technical leads, management, and customers
Support development and sustainment of the organization’s analysis and simulation tools and capabilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, mathematics, or a related discipline from an accredited school
8 or more years of relevant professional technical work experience
Professional experience with one or more of the following: space-related modeling and simulation, geolocation, mission data processing, signal processing, space threats, resilient systems, advanced PNT technologies, algorithm design, software development, or mathematical modeling
Proficiency with one or more software languages, including Python, C, C++, MATLAB, Fortran, or Java
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect