Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer 4 Albuquerque , NM 87192

Posted:

09/23/2026

Industry:

Defense, Engineering Job Number:

eVJZN1VlTnRocllraDVrWlBicnR2UT09

Pay Rate:

99.50

Hourly USD Job Code:

JPC - 17642

Job Description

JOB TITLE

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer 4

LOCATION:

Albuquerque, NM

PAY RATE

$99.50/hour We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

Job Type:

Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

Clearance:

Active Top Secret Security Clearance required to start.

Industry:

Aerospace / Defense /

Aviation Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks:

Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Openings Nationwide:

Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Shift:

First shift, 8:00 AM - 5:00

PM Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance? Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role? Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

Evaluates systems under various scenarios and architectures to optimize overall system mission performance. Develops and maintains analysis tools of varied fidelity including modeling and simulation tools to predict performance against evolving threats. Develops, refines and documents key algorithm capabilities to support various DoD customers. Conducts analysis of multiple targets discrimination for survivability, vulnerability, and susceptibility. Performs systems analyses of existing system architecture with new technologies for future architectures. Develops and maintains accurate and reliable models for directed energy and space-based applications using industry standard software. Conducts simulations to analyze system performance, identify potential issues, and propose improvements. Generates reports and presents findings to stakeholders. Assists in development of new methodologies and tools to enhance modeling and simulation capabilities. Performs trade studies, modeling, simulation and analysis to predict component and system performance.

Requirements:

Active Top Secret Security Clearance required to start. Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR). Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent directly related to the work statement. Experience in modeling and simulation systems engineering. Experience with modeling and simulation software development.

Preferred:

Level 3: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

Level 4: 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

Master's degree or higher.

Preferred:

Experience in modeling and simulation for electro-optical systems.

Preferred:

Experience using industry-standard software and tools such as MATLAB, Python, or Java, and experience with Speedgoat is a plus.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles. As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords:

aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense Take your career to new heights—apply today! Engineers - #jobad Meet Your Recruiter Gus Sanchez Gus Sanchez is a Staffing Program Director with over 15 years of progressive Aerospace & Defense industry experience. Serving as a liaison and strategic partner to our Aerospace Engineering client portfolio, he demonstrates a results-driven approach to leading and fulfilling complex staffing initiatives. Gus is a recruiting strategist who is privy to new industry technology, technical roles, market value, trends, and industry demand. Gus has a proven track record of delivering engineering staffing solutions that improve our client's efficiency and productivity. Gus holds a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and is a United States Coast Guard veteran. 314-276-2669 gus.sanchez@thestructurescompany.com Connect on

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