GNC Engineer: Nav Modeling Analysis and Simulation – Level 3/4 (Chandler)

0902 SP - Launch Vehicles; United States; On-site; USD 98,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector in Chandler, AZ seeks a GNC Engineer at Level 3 or 4 to define navigation performance for advanced missiles and space launch systems. This 100% onsite role emphasizes building models and verifying navigation algorithms from day one.

You will work on inertial and GPS/GNSS navigation, Kalman filters, and integration with flight software, collaborating with engineers and customers to deliver mission-ready solutions under a 9/80 work schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience in navigation systems.
• Experience with inertial, satellite-based, or integrated navigation systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and assess navigation models and simulations for advanced weapons, tactical strike, and missile defense interceptor applications
• Support analysis of inertial, GPS/GNSS, and integrated navigation systems
• Evaluate navigation performance across diverse mission environments, including low-altitude flight, high-speed and high-dynamic engagements
• Evaluate sensor performance, including IMUs, GPS receivers, radar altimeters, and other aiding sources as applicable
• Support Kalman filter analysis, navigation algorithm evaluation, and performance studies

Skills

C++

GPS/IMU navigation

Kalman filters

Navigation systems

DoD Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Python

Linux

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

Relocation assistance may be available. CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No. CLEARANCE TYPE: None. 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.

Job Description

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a GNC Engineer – Level 3 or Level 4 located in Chandler, AZ, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. In this role, you will contribute to the success of vital defense systems that protect the nation by supporting cutting-edge development of upcoming long-range missile defense interceptors, targets, space launch, and strike vehicles. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Your Role and Impact

• Develop and assess navigation models and simulations for advanced weapons, tactical strike, and missile defense interceptor applications
• Support analysis of inertial, GPS/GNSS, and integrated navigation systems
• Evaluate navigation performance across diverse mission environments, including low-altitude flight, high-speed and high-dynamic engagements, glide phase intercept scenarios, space and exo-atmospheric missions, and degraded or denied GPS conditions
• Evaluate sensor performance, including IMUs, GPS receivers, radar altimeters, and other aiding sources as applicable
• Support Kalman filter analysis, navigation algorithm evaluation, and performance studies
• Translate program and customer requirements into navigation performance assessments and verification approaches
• Support integration with flight software and simulation environments
• Communicate technical results to engineering teams, leadership, and customers
• Other duties as assigned

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team! This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4.

Basic Qualifications for Level3

• Bachelor’s degree with 5years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1year of professional experience.
• Will consider an additional4+years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
• Experience with Inertial, Satellite-Based, or Integrated Navigation Systems

Basic Qualifications for Level4

• Bachelor’s degree with 8years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4years of professional experience.
• Will consider an additional4+years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
• Experience with Inertial, Satellite-Based, or Integrated Navigation System, IMU modeling, GPS sensor familiarity

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher
• Experience with C++, MATLAB, Simulink, and Python
• Experience with Linux
• Experience with IMUs, GPS receivers, radar altimeters, and related navigation sensors
• Experience with Kalman filters, navigation algorithms, and simulation-based performance analysis
• Experience supporting advanced weapons, tactical strike systems, interceptor programs, missile defense applications, or space-based flight systems
• Experience with navigation in high-dynamic, exo-atmospheric, or GPS-contested environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

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• Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00
• Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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.

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