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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for guidance navigation control gnc engineer in Florida is $81,185.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,100.00 and $99,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a guidance navigation control GNC engineer?

A Guidance Navigation Control (GNC) Engineer is responsible for designing and developing algorithms and systems that enable vehicles, such as aircraft, spacecraft, and autonomous systems, to navigate and control their movement. They work with sensors, actuators, and control laws to ensure stability, accuracy, and performance in dynamic environments. GNC engineers use simulations, modeling, and real-world testing to refine designs and improve system reliability. Their work is crucial in industries like aerospace, defense, robotics, and autonomous vehicles.

What does a guidance navigation control GNC engineer do?

As a GNC Engineer, you’ll regularly design, analyze, and implement algorithms that control vehicle flight and navigation—working hands-on with simulation tools and actual hardware. Your daily tasks might include developing mathematical models, performing hardware-in-the-loop testing, troubleshooting integration issues, and supporting system validation in the lab or on test ranges. You’ll work closely with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to ensure all subsystems function seamlessly together. This collaborative and dynamic environment provides hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology and room to specialize or lead technical teams in the future.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a guidance navigation control GNC engineer?

To thrive as a Guidance Navigation Control (GNC) Engineer, you need a solid background in aerospace engineering, control theory, and systems modeling, typically backed by a relevant engineering degree. Proficiency with simulation tools like MATLAB/Simulink, experience with embedded systems, and sometimes certifications such as EIT/FE are valuable assets. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and address complex technical challenges. These competencies ensure robust GNC solutions are developed and integrated successfully into aerospace or defense systems.

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Infographic showing various Guidance Navigation Control Gnc Engineer job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,185 per year, or $39 per hour.

Senior Guidance Navigation and Control Engineer

L3HHCM20

Orlando, FL • On-site

$97K - $134K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Senior Guidance Navigation and Control Engineer

Job Code: 38763

Job Location: Orlando, Florida

Job Schedule:  9/80 work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Senior Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer at our Orlando, FL location. The GNC Engineer will use general knowledge of vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, propulsion, classical/modern flight controls, tactical/strategic missile guidance, and estimation theory to conduct moderate to difficult aerospace engineering tasks and apply defined engineering principles, industry standards, and company processes to support Tactical and Strategic Missile program objectives and requirements.

Essential Functions:

  • Perform Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) design and analyses for tactical and strategic missile systems
  • Conduct trajectory shaping and tuning of tactical and strategic missile guidance and autopilot parameters to meet stringent customer requirements
  • Generate, modify, and utilize models and simulations of aerospace vehicles using first principles
  • Implement algorithms and modify simulations in C/C++ coding environment following strict Software Configuration Management (SCM) processes
  • Generate, modify, and utilize high-fidelity models and simulations of components and subsystems utilizing MATLAB/Simulink for tuning and requirements verification
  • Analyze real-time and post-test telemetry data in support of System level verification and mission activities

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant Guidance Navigation and Control Engineering experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • M.S. in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering, or similar degree
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Analysis and design experience in control systems for aerospace vehicles
  • Prior experience with 6DOF simulations of aerospace vehicles using first principles
  • Missile or Launch Vehicle navigation and guidance experience/coursework
  • Experience with programming in C, C++ and using MATLAB/Simulink
  • Ability to work under Windows and Linux environments
  • Working with Systems Engineering disciplines and related activities (e.g., requirements traceability & verification)
  • Managing complex projects
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills to include report writing, requirements and documentation, as well as design review presentations
  • Ability to work occasional overtime and travel as required to meet critical schedule milestones
  • Experience in design and analysis of multi-loop linear and non-linear flight control systems
  • Capability to linearize complex non-linear systems
  • Experience in aerodynamic design and analysis of aerospace vehicles, including the application of Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • Prior GNC experience in ballistic missiles
  • Experience with programming in Fortran
  • Experience with programming in Python

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