The GNC Engineer V/VI is a senior-level individual contributor role responsible for leading the design, development, and optimization of advanced guidance, navigation, and control systems for UAS. This position involves driving innovation in flight controls software, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver cutting-edge UAS technologies. Engineers in this role will contribute to strategic initiatives, ensure high performance in flight control systems, and lead efforts from concept to flight testing.

Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership: Lead the design, analysis, and development of flight controls software for Group 1 to 4 UAS.

• Software Development: Architect and implement advanced software components for deployment to flight tests.

• Simulation Expertise: Oversee the creation and execution of high-fidelity SWIL and HWIL simulations to validate system performance.

• Advanced Modeling: Develop and refine complex models in Matlab/Simulink, ensuring accuracy and performance optimization.

• Controls Analysis: Perform advanced stability and performance analyses, providing guidance on control system optimization.

• Mentorship: Mentor and train junior engineers, fostering technical growth and team collaboration.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Drive effective communication and alignment across engineering disciplines to meet project objectives.

• Innovation and R&D: Lead research initiatives in advanced flight control methodologies, embedded systems, and auto-code generation.

• Documentation and Review: Produce comprehensive technical documentation and lead peer review processes to ensure quality and compliance.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience: 10+ years of experience in flight controls engineering, with at least 5 years in UAS applications.

• Skills:

  • Expertise in Matlab/Simulink and auto-code generation for embedded systems.

  • Advanced knowledge of control theory, flight dynamics, and embedded systems.

  • Experienced in state estimation and Kalman filtering.

  • Proven ability to run and analyze SWIL and HWIL simulations.

  • Strong leadership and project management skills.

  • Effective communication and collaboration skills.

  • Familiarity with Group 1-4 UAS flight controls and avionics suites.

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams.

  • Knowledge of advanced control techniques and optimization algorithms.

  • History of contributing to successful flight test programs and R&D projects.

Pay Range by level - 

Level V - $188,000 - $216,000

Level VI - $216,000 - $250,000

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About the Role

We’re launching a new futures Introducing Broker (IB) focused on both retail and professional traders. Our IB will leverage the infrastructure, technology, and brand reputation of our profitable proprietary trading firm to deliver a best-in-class customer experience and a modern brokerage model.

As the Head of Brokerage Operations, you’ll lead the operational, regulatory, and technical buildout of the IB. This is a ground-floor leadership role with full ownership over establishing compliant systems, teams, and procedures under CFTC and NFA standards, while designing scalable, tech-forward operations from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory & Compliance Leadership

• Serve as the firm’s Principal and Associated Person (AP) under NFA/CFTC registration (Series 3 and 30 licenses required).

• Develop and maintain Written Supervisory Procedures (WSPs).

• Oversee all regulatory programs, including AML/KYC, trade surveillance, financial reporting, and business continuity (BCP).

• Coordinate with clearing FCM(s) to ensure all give-up agreements, data feeds, and workflows meet compliance standards.

• Collaborate with the FINOP to supervise Form 1-FR-IB filings and annual audits.

• Partner with the CCO to oversee NFA examinations.

Operational Build-Out

• Architect the operational backbone for a retail-facing futures broker, covering account onboarding, trade reconciliation, and customer service protocols.

• Select, integrate, and manage clearing interfaces, OMS/EMS platforms, compliance systems, and back-office automation tools.

• Build and lead a high-performing operations team capable of scaling to thousands of active accounts.

Financial & Risk Management

• Work with the FINOP to ensure compliance with CFTC Regulation 1.10 (financial and net-capital requirements).

• Maintain robust reconciliation, segregation, and reporting procedures for customer transactions.

• Manage firm-wide risk and control frameworks covering operational and financial exposures.

Strategic Growth

• Support technology development to deliver best-in-class tools for retail customers and enhance sales and marketing initiatives.

• Source and establish new clearing relationships, technology partnerships, and retail marketing channels to drive growth.

• Contribute to educational and promotional content compliant with NFA Rule 2-29.

• Champion a culture of integrity, transparency, and client-first service.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of brokerage operations experience — ideally launching or scaling an NFA/CFTC-regulated Introducing Broker or FINRA-regulated Broker-Dealer.

• Deep knowledge of CFTC and NFA compliance and audit processes.

• Series 3 and Series 30 licenses (or ability to obtain within 120 days).

Nice to Have

• Series 7, 57, 99, or 24 licenses.

• Proven track record of building brokerage operations, compliance, and tech infrastructure from the ground up.

• Hands-on leader with strong communication skills and a growth mindset.

• Technical fluency in clearing systems, order routing, and regulatory APIs.

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.