2027 Associate Engineer GNC / Engineer GNC - CA

Northrop Grumman; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in California seeks an Associate Engineer GNC or Engineer GNC to support the Triton UAV program. You will perform nonlinear simulations, linear MATLAB analysis, and embedded flight control software development for aircraft systems.

The role requires relevant engineering degrees, ability to obtain security clearance, and a track record in MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, and Python. Campus salary ranges apply with potential bonuses and company benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree completed by August 2026 in a STEM field such as Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Be able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Preferred GPA 3.25/4.0 or higher and prior internship or co-op experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-linear 6DOF simulation analysis including stress tests and mission analysis.
• Conduct linear MATLAB analysis: gain/phase margin, gain and filter selection.
• Design, code, and test embedded flight control software.
• Support flight testing with pre-flight predictions and post-flight analysis.
• Maintain and develop state-of-the-art G&C tools and methods.
• Assist with proposal preparation, technical readiness, cost and schedule inputs.

Skills

MATLAB & Simulink

C/C++

Python

Flight sciences

Control system analysis

Leadership & teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree or Bachelor plus 2 years experience in Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Python

C/C++

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they’re making history.

Northrop Grumman’s MQ-4C Triton Program is seeking an Associate Engineer Guidance Navigation Control / Engineer Aeronautical to support the VMS team in Rancho Bernardo, CA.

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Vehicle Engineering group. In Vehicle Engineering, we develop manned and unmanned aircraft platforms for all programs in the Aeronautics Systems Sector.

The selected candidate will perform various Guidance & Control (G&C) tasks for the Triton Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) Program.

Essential Functions

• Non-linear 6DOF Simulation analysis (including stress testing, trade studies, mission analysis, etc).
• Linear MATLAB analysis (gain/phase margin determination, gain/filter determination, etc).
• Embedded flight control software designing, coding and testing.
• Support flight testing (pre-flight predictions, real-time support, post flight analysis, parameter identification, etc).
• Maintain or develop current state-of-the-art tools for the department by keeping abreast of new or improved G&C methods or processes.
• Support proposal preparation efforts and new project activities, including technical, cost, and schedule.

This requisition may be filled at either an Associate Engineer GNC (level 1) or Engineer GNC (level 2).

Basic Qualifications For An Associate Engineer GNC (level 1)

A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• Be completing or has completed their Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by August 2026.
• Be majoring in or having majored in: Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a similar STEM degree.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite). Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access may be required to start.

Basic Qualifications For An Engineer GNC (level 2)

A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• Be completing or has completed their Master’s degree from an accredited institution by August 2026 or is completing their Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 2 years of Aeronautical engineering experience (or similar engineering experience) by August 2026.
• Be majoring in or having majored in: Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a similar STEM degree.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite). Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access may be required to start.

Preferred Qualifications

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher
• Previous internship/co-op or other work experience, leadership & teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular).
• Experience in Matlab and Simulink
• Knowledge of C/C++ and Python
• Knowledge of flight sciences, control law development, or control system analysis.
• Excellent communication, analysis and problem-solving skills

Pay Range CA

• Associate Engineer GNC (T01): $76,200 - $114,400
• Engineer GNC (T02): $91,800 - $137,600

Campusjobs

Primary Level Salary Range: $62,300.00 - $114,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $75,100.00 - $137,600.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.