The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. · Cambridge, MA

Senior Navigation Analysis Engineer at The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. — Cambridge, MA

Full-timeCambridge, MA$82,300–$220,000/yearPosted 2026-07-21Apply on Workday
Apply at The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. Let Jobeezy apply

Full job description

Overview:

Job Description Summary:

This position is within the esteemed GN&C Analysis software and algorithms group, a core Draper capability and competency. This position provides end to end system lifecycle support with analysis informing concept development, system design, and validation.

This position seeks candidates with extensive experience with inertial sensors, navigation, estimation, and system accuracy analysis using methods such as linear covariance analysis and Monte-Carlo simulations.

In addition to above skillsets, candidate must have demonstrated technical leadership experience as a primary contributor of navigation software and algorithms working with a small to medium sized team(s) guiding technical development direction.

Job Description

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design.
  • Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.
  • Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms.
  • Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
  • Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements.
  • Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems.
  • Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.
  • Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.
  • Tracks priorities, scope, schedule, and cost.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities

  • Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Autonomy and GNC algorithms and technology.
  • Knowledge of real-time software development tools
  • Knowledge of project execution, designing, developing, and validating real-time algorithms and software.
  • Familiarity with trajectory optimization, optimal control, and similar techniques.
  • Significant knowledge in the design and analysis of control systems.
  • Significant knowledge of design and implementation of trajectory design/optimization algorithms including optimal control techniques.
  • Strong project execution and teamwork skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to clearly communicate work assignments to team members.

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.
  • Masters or PhD in a related field is preferred.

Experience

5-10 years of Software Engineering or related experience is required.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret clearance is desired.

Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563