GNC Navigation & Sensor Systems Engineer (Onsite)

Northrop Grumman; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 98,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Sector in Chandler, AZ, seeks a GNC Engineer at Level 3 or Level 4 for on-site work. You will develop navigation models, support Kalman filter analysis, and verify navigation performance across diverse missions, including missile defense and space systems.

The role requires DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain) and involves a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. Join a team delivering critical defense capabilities.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Experience with inertial, satellite-based, or integrated navigation systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and assess navigation models and simulations for advanced weapons and missile defense.
• Support analysis of inertial, GPS/GNSS, and integrated navigation systems.
• Translate requirements into navigation performance assessments and verification approaches.
• Communicate technical results to engineering teams and leadership.

Skills

C++

MATLAB

Simulink

Python

Linux

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree in a relevant field

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

GPS/IMU navigation tools

Kalman filter analysis tools

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Sector in Chandler, AZ, seeks a GNC Engineer at Level 3 or Level 4 for on-site work. You will develop navigation models, support Kalman filter analysis, and verify navigation performance across diverse missions, including missile defense and space systems.

The role requires DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain) and involves a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. Join a team delivering critical defense capabilities.