GNC Developer

GNC Developer Inside IR35 Rate - £550.00 - £700.00 pd Stevenage - 3 days on-site Clearance required: BPSS Role Overview We are seeking a skilled GNC (Guidance, Navigation & Control)*Developer/Algorithm*Engineer to support the development of autonomous navigation capabilities for rover platforms. The role focuses on designing, validating, and integrating advanced algorithms that enable intelligent, on-board decision-making in challenging environments. Key Responsibilities Algorithm Development Design and develop advanced GNC algorithms for autonomous rover navigation Implement capabilities to enable real-time, on-board decision-making and autonomy Ensure robustness and reliability of algorithms for operation in complex terrainsSimulation & Prototyping Develop and maintain numerical simulation models to validate algorithm performance Integrate GNC algorithms with rover sensor systems and hardware interfaces Support rapid prototyping activities using Robot Operating System (ROS 2)Testing & Validation Validate algorithm performance within custom simulation environments Conduct hands-on testing on full-scale prototype rovers, including: Indoor testing in controlled environments Outdoor field trials in realistic terrain Analyse test results and iterate on algorithm performance Preferred Skills & Experience (optional to include if needed) Must have a strong background in robotics, control systems, or autonomous systems Must have an experience with ROS / ROS 2 Proficiency in simulation tools and algorithm development (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB) Experience working with sensor integration (e.g., LiDAR, IMU, cameras) Familiarity with field testing and real-world system validationIf you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website