Sr. Principal Systems Engineer – Airborne PNT

Cedar Rapidsonsiteprincipal$100K – $160K

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About this role

We don’t just build technology—we engineer the future. From next-gen aerospace to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the limits of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and big thinkers thrive. Quest Defense Systems & Solutions is seeking a Sr. Principal Systems Engineer to lead systems architecture, requirements development, integration, and validation for next‑generation GPS and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) solutions. In this role, you will serve as a technical authority across our Airborne PNT product lines, helping drive innovation in resilient navigation, anti‑jam systems, and precision approach technologies.…

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