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University of Dayton

Principal Alternative PNT Engineer

🇺🇸 Dayton, OH

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Other

🗓️ August 15th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

University of Dayton is hiring a Principal Alternative PNT Engineer to lead innovative research and development in Position, Navigation, and Timing technologies within the Applied Sensing division. The role involves managing engineering teams, advancing new navigation solutions for national security and commercial applications, and expanding the portfolio of Alternative PNT projects.

Highlights
  • Lead research and development initiatives in Alternative Position, Navigation, and Timing (Alt-PNT) technologies.
  • Manage teams of engineers working on DoD projects and broader PNT applications.
  • Drive business development to expand PNT project offerings.
  • Proficient in software languages such as Python, C++, or Java; experience with Windows or Linux environments.
  • Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
  • Experience in Alt-PNT sensor technologies including Vision Based Navigation, Magnetic Anomaly Navigation, Celestial Navigation, and Signals of Opportunity.
  • Expertise in sensor fusion engines and navigation algorithm development.
  • Master's degree required; PhD preferred in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
  • Requires 12+ years of professional experience, U.S. citizenship, and ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance.
  • Preferred qualifications include Top Secret clearance eligibility, remote flight testing, test event planning, and FAA Class 3 medical certificate.