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Advanced Space

Sr. Navigation Engineer

Westminster, CO · On-site

$132K - $174K/yr

Based in Westminster, Colorado, this incredible team is looking for a Sr. Spacecraft Navigation Engineer who's eager to push the state of the art in spacecraft navigation technology. This position is ...

Advanced Space

Sr. Navigation Engineer

Westminster, CO · On-site

$132K - $174K/yr

Based in Westminster, Colorado, this incredible team is looking for a Sr. Spacecraft Navigation Engineer who's eager to push the state of the art in spacecraft navigation technology. This position is ...

Advanced Space

Sr. Navigation Engineer

Westminster, CO

$132K - $174K/yr

Based in Westminster, Colorado, this incredible team is looking for a Sr. Spacecraft Navigation Engineer who's eager to push the state of the art in spacecraft navigation technology. This position is ...

Helsing

Senior Navigation Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$118K - $162K/yr

As a GNSS and Navigation Engineer, you will own one of the most mission-critical capabilities for our long-range uncrewed platforms: their ability to know where they are and where they are going ...

Helsing

Senior Navigation Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$118K - $162K/yr

As a GNSS and Navigation Engineer, you will own one of the most mission-critical capabilities for our long-range uncrewed platforms: their ability to know where they are and where they are going ...

VectorNav Technologies

Senior Navigation Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$97K - $134K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Navigation Engineer to join VectorNav's R&D team to help us: * Push forward VectorNav's state-of-the-art estimation algorithms for inertial navigation systems * Research and ...

VectorNav Technologies

Senior Navigation Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$97K - $134K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Navigation Engineer to join VectorNav's R&D team to help us: * Push forward VectorNav's state-of-the-art estimation algorithms for inertial navigation systems * Research and ...

Leidos

Geophysical Navigation Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

Serve as a Geophysical Navigation Engineer for the Leidos Contested Autonomy and Navigation Branch in Huntsville, AL. Our team's mission is to: (1) develop and demonstrate new alternative navigation ...

Furientis

Navigation Engineer, GNC

Los Angeles, CA

S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, or related. M.S. or Ph.D. preferred. * 7+ years of navigation or estimation work, with responsibility for one production ...

Leidos

Geophysical Navigation Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

Serve as a Geophysical Navigation Engineer for the Leidos Contested Autonomy and Navigation Branch in Huntsville, AL. Our team's mission is to: (1) develop and demonstrate new alternative navigation ...

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How much do navigation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for navigation engineer in the United States is $118,348.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,000.00 and $149,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Navigation Engineer position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Navigation Engineer, you need strong analytical skills, a background in engineering or computer science, and expertise in navigation algorithms and sensor integration. Experience with tools such as MATLAB, GNSS software suites, inertial navigation systems, and certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) or relevant industry credentials are valuable. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective teamwork and communication are important soft skills in this field. These qualifications are crucial for developing accurate, reliable navigation solutions and collaborating efficiently on multidisciplinary projects.

What are common challenges faced by Navigation Engineers in their daily work?

Navigation Engineers often face the challenge of ensuring precise positioning and navigation under varying environmental conditions, such as urban canyons or signal interference areas. They must troubleshoot and optimize complex sensor fusion algorithms to maintain system accuracy and reliability. This role typically requires close collaboration with software developers, hardware engineers, and project managers to implement robust solutions and quickly address technical issues as they arise. Staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in navigation technology is also key to meeting the evolving needs of clients or industries.

What is a Navigation Engineer job?

A Navigation Engineer designs, develops, and maintains navigation systems for aerospace, marine, automotive, or robotic applications. They work with technologies like GPS, inertial navigation, and sensor fusion to ensure precise positioning and movement. Their role involves software development, algorithm design, and troubleshooting to improve navigation accuracy and reliability. These engineers often collaborate with other specialists in aerospace, robotics, or transportation industries.

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Infographic showing various Navigation Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,348 per year, or $56.9 per hour.
Senior Navigation Engineer

Senior Navigation Engineer

VectorNav Technologies

Dallas, TX

$103K - $142K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

VectorNav Technologies is the leading innovator and manufacturer of embedded navigation solutions using the latest in MEMS inertial sensor and GPS/GNSS technology. Since our founding in 2008, we have assembled a team of highly motivated and talented professionals, engineers, and entrepreneurs to accomplish our vision: become the global leader in embedded navigation solutions. In pursuit of this vision we take on the world's most challenging navigation problems, develop the most innovative high-performance inertial sensing products and work with the world's most transformative technology companies. We are a fast-growing, dynamic company looking for team members to join us and help realize our vision.

Achieving success requires dedicated, intelligent and insightful engineers who can adapt, communicate, and apply their expert understanding of navigation systems to the application at hand. We are seeking a Senior Navigation Engineer to join VectorNav's R&D team to help us:

  • Push forward VectorNav's state-of-the-art estimation algorithms for inertial navigation systems
  • Research and develop novel GNSS-denied navigation filtering, incorporating a wide range of sensing modalities
  • Use Matlab for simulation and data analysis based on customers' real-world datasets
  • Collaborate with the customer support team to incorporate customer feedback to improve VectorNav's software

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering (Master's or Ph.D. preferred)
  • 10+ years experience in navigation and state estimation, particularly Kalman filters
  • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
  • Experience working with inertial navigation systems, GPS/GNSS technology, and/or modern controls in real-world data (not just simulation)
  • Proficiency with Matlab, C/C++, Python or other software languages

Benefits

  • Standard Benefits Full medical, vision & dental insurance, vacation time, holidays, sick leave, 401k.
  • Training & Development Learn from the most innovative and talented team of engineers in the industry. As we reach for higher goals, we want to help you achieve yours.
  • Perks Company-wide catered lunch every Friday. Fully stocked break room complete with billiards, ping pong, foosball & more.

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