Principal Navigation Systems Architect (PN&T)
About Analog Devices
Navigation & PNT (Positioning, Navigation, and Timing) Expert
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop PNT solutions
Analyze and improve positioning, navigation, and timing performance
Develop, tune, and validate navigation algorithms
Model and simulate PNT systems
Conduct GNSS signal analysis
Lead integration and testing
Support system architecture development
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Document and communicate findings
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field.
•
10+ years of experience
in PNT, navigation systems, or related domains.
- Strong understanding of:
- GNSS (GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou) and augmentation systems (SBAS, RTK, PPP)
- Inertial sensors (IMUs), magnetometers, barometers, wheel odometry, etc.
- Navigation and sensor-fusion algorithms (EKF/UKF, error-state filtering, SLAM)
- Timing systems (oscillators, synchronization, clock modeling)
- Proficiency with simulation and analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, C/C++, ROS).
- Experience with real-world data collection, calibration, and system testing.
- Strong problem-solving ability and communication skills.
- US Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with
GNSS-denied navigation
(vision, lidar, RF, UWB, pseudolites).
- Experience with
autonomous vehicles, aerospace, robotics, defense, or maritime navigation
.
- Knowledge of
signal processing
, RF systems, or GNSS receiver internals.
- Familiarity with certification or compliance standards (e.g., DO-229, DO-253, RCTA/DO-178, ISO 26262).
- Experience developing
resilient PNT systems
, including anti-jamming and anti-spoofing techniques.
For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process. Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group. EEO is the Law: Notice of Applicant Rights Under the Law. Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 25% of the timeShift Type: 1st Shift/DaysSecurity Clearance required: YesThe expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $184,030 to $266,485.
- Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
- This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors
- This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation,
holidays, and sick time
, and other benefits.
- Benefits for the position includes 10 paid holidays per year, paid vacation starting at 136 hours per year for full-time employees (prorated for part-time employees), and paid sick time that exceeds the requirements of the Washington State Sick Leave law.
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