GNC M&S Lead - Space Systems (Level 4/5)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP); Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 122,800 - 184,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Annual bonus eligibility

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP) is seeking a Guidance Navigation Control Engineer: Modeling and Simulation Product Lead for its Chandler, AZ location. This role involves designing algorithms, developing high-quality simulation software for missile systems, and ensuring the accuracy of GNC solutions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in aerospace systems and software development, as well as an active U.S. Secret clearance. Employees can expect competitive salaries ranging from $122,800 to $184,200 depending on level and experience, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires active U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing GNC algorithms.
• Experience in leading and mentoring engineers.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality software for missile flight systems.
• Integrate guidelines into missile flight code.
• Conduct rigorous testing on simulation models.

Skills

Object-oriented programming (C++)

Scripting (Bash, Python, MATLAB)

6-degree-of-freedom simulation models

Mentoring and training

Aerospace systems verification and validation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

PhD in engineering

Tools

CI/CD Pipelines

Simulation software

Atlassian toolset (Jira, Confluence)

Trajectory-optimization tools

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP) is seeking a Guidance Navigation Control Engineer: Modeling and Simulation Product Lead for its Chandler, AZ location. This role involves designing algorithms, developing high-quality simulation software for missile systems, and ensuring the accuracy of GNC solutions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in aerospace systems and software development, as well as an active U.S. Secret clearance. Employees can expect competitive salaries ranging from $122,800 to $184,200 depending on level and experience, plus comprehensive benefits.