Senior GNC Engineer (f/m/d)

TYTAN Technologies

At TYTAN, we aim to set a global standard in autonomous air defense with AI-driven, cost-efficient systems that counter unmanned aerial threats at scale. We protect people. We protect critical infrastructure. We protect European sovereignty.

Now, we are looking for a Senior GNC Engineer to design, implement, and validate guidance, navigation, and control systems for advanced UAV platforms. You will work across fixed-wing and VTOL aircraft, and take full ownership of GNC systems from simulation to flight.
This role is hands-on, deployment-focused, and close to the aircraft. You will write production code, help building simulation frameworks, and validate system performance through real-world flight testing.
You will act as a technical sparring partner within the GNC domain, contributing experience, pragmatism, and sound engineering judgment.

Your roadmap to make an impact

• Own the end-to-end GNC lifecycle for advanced fixed-wing and VTOL UAV platforms, from early concept to operational flight

• Take guidance, navigation, and control systems from simulation into real aircraft, ensuring robust sim-to-real transfer

• Lead and execute hands-on flight testing, including tuning, validation, and post-flight analysis

• Drive GNC system quality through iterative improvement based on flight data and operational feedback

• Shape autonomous behavior by defining and refining flight modes, transitions, and failure handling

• Act as a technical sparring partner within the GNC domain, contributing experience-based judgment to key decisions

• Collaborate closely with airframe, avionics, and software teams to ensure system-level coherence

• Establish and maintain clear documentation of assumptions, architectures, and validation results

Who you are

• Several years of hands-on experience developing GNC systems for fixed-wing and VTOL UAVs ideally in a project.

• Proven exposure to real-world UAV deployments and operations, beyond simulation or academic work. Hands-on flight testing experience is required; holding a private pilot license is a strong advantage.

• Strong foundation in flight dynamics, guidance, navigation, and control

• Proven ability to implement GNC software in C++ and Python, with practical experience using ROS2 and PX4

• Experience designing and operating state machines for autonomous flight and mission logic

• Experience building and maintaining simulation frameworks, including multi-airframe

• A pragmatic, experience-driven mindset — strong judgment matters more than perfect theory

Why TYTAN?

• Be the first to welcome the world into a deep-tech defense startup that is shaping the future of security.

• Work in a fast-paced, international team where your contributions truly matter and your impact is immediate.

• Participate in our success with stock options.

• Be part of something bigger in a mission driven company.

• Enjoy flexible working hours.

• Access to EGYM Wellpass sports facilities.

• All day coffee and snacks, team events, and a modern office in Munich.

About us

At TYTAN, it is more than just a job; it is about embracing autonomy, personal growth, and purpose. Make a lasting impact in the new era of defense! Join us to create a safer world for all.

TYTAN is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.