Engineer Principal – Systems – Guidance, Navigation, and Controls (GN&C)
BAE Systems
Boulder, CO · Posted October 29, 2026
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About the job
Exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to lead the development and testing of guidance, navigation, and control systems for space programs. Oversee technical design, analysis, and documentation throughout the program lifecycle. Ideal for candidates with significant engineering expertise and a strong background in GN&C systems.