GNC Software Engineer

4 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia ProFound People Full time
Overview

Role: Midlvl GNC Software Engineer now Associate Director for Engineering, Technology Recruitment. This is a full-time, Adelaide-based position with excellent access to public transport and parking. Full relocation is required for interstate candidates; cost assistance is provided. Must be an Australian citizen.

An Australian R&D and manufacturing company developing advanced defence and industrial technologies is expanding its engineering team and now hiring a Guidance Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer to support the development of complex control systems.

You will design, implement, and test path-planning and control algorithms to optimise performance, working closely with systems, embedded, and ground control teams to ensure GNC functions integrate effectively with other subsystems. Strong applied mathematics and software development skills are required, with hands-on coding in C++ and Python to translate theory into reliable, real-world outcomes.

This is a full-time, Adelaide-based role with excellent access to public transport and parking.

Full relocation is required for interstate candidates; cost assistance is provided.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement algorithms for guidance, navigation, and control functions
  • Develop and optimise path-planning and trajectory management solutions
  • Integrate GNC software with embedded and control systems
  • Conduct simulation, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and field testing to validate performance
  • Analyse system behaviour and contribute to tuning and optimisation
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure robust integration
Requirements
  • Degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Control Systems, or a related engineering discipline
  • Proven experience in GNC algorithm design and implementation
  • Proficiency in C++ and Python for algorithm development and testing
  • Strong foundation in applied mathematics, control theory, and estimation methods
  • Experience with simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment
Desirable
  • Experience in defence, robotics, or other safety-critical environments
  • Familiarity with HIL testing and embedded software integration
  • Knowledge of modern C++ practices (e.g., C++17/20) and software quality standards
How to apply

Please reach out to for more information.

Employment specifics
  • Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function/Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing

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