Our client, a leader in security and surveillance systems, are currently hiring for a Guidance, Control & Navigation Engineer to to join their team in developing cutting-edge autonomous systems technology with a focus on Unmanned Air Vehicles.

Responsibilitues

• Work in a mutli-disciplinary team and be responsible for designing, testing, and iplementing guidance, navigation, and control in our product line.
• Design and develop guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for drone systems
• Conduct simulation and testing of GCN systems
• Collaborate within a team and with external partners to integrate GCN systems into drone hardware
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to GCN systems
• Stay up-to-date with current technology trends and advancements in the field of guidance, navigation, and control

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with strong mathematical content e.g. Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Maths, Physics
• Strong knowledge of guidance, navigation, and control theory and its practical application
• Experience in developing and testing GCN algorithms for autonomous systems, preferably UAVs or missiles
• Able to act as subject matter expert on GCN within the business
• Proficient in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++
• Experience of image processing beneficial
• Experience of UAS Autopilots (e.g. PX4) beneficial
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Contract Details:

• Contract Type: Contractor (Outside IR35)
• Location: UK - 100% remote
• Duration:6 months - likely to extend to 12 months and longer.
• Day Rate: £500-700 per day
• Hours - 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Please apply online for consideration.