Guidance, Navigation, and Control Systems Engineer

Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

Category: Engineering & Technology

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

BAE Systems is looking for an entry-level Systems Engineer with a passion for engineering and the desire to be part of an innovative, dedicated team responsible for industry-leading Navigation products. Our team needs engineers interested in supporting the architecture, design, and development of system designs for real-time embedded Navigation receivers for military ground, airborne, and weapons applications. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for a recent graduate to acquire in-depth knowledge of Navigation technology and receiver architecture and apply that knowledge in a team effort to develop our Modernized Navigation receiver products.

The Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Systems Engineer will support the design, development, integration, and validation of advanced navigation solutions for aerospace, defense, or autonomous platforms. This role focuses on contributing to the development of robust algorithms and architectures that provide accurate and reliable state estimation under challenging, dynamic, and sensor-limited environments.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Masters or PhD degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Have the ability to obtain a DoW Security Clearance.
• Familiarity in Kalman Filtering (EKF, UKF) and recursive estimation techniques.
• Understanding of IMU mechanics, strapdown integration, and coordinate transformations (Euler angles, Quaternions).
• Ability to integrate data from disparate sources (GPS, IMU, Magnetometers, Vision/Lidar).
• Strong grasp of Linear Algebra, Calculus, and Probability/Stochastic processes.
• Expertise in modeling, simulation, and using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience using C++ (for embedded implementation) and Python (for data analysis and prototyping).
• Ability to process and visualize large datasets (e.g., using NumPy, Pandas, or MATLAB).

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Have Secret Security Clearance
• Experience with Jira and DOORS
• Experience or interest in utilizing AI tools for system development
• Experience with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) tools (CAMEO, SysML, MagicDraw, etc.)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $72150 - $122655

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.