Senior GNC Analyst (Level 5) – Spacecraft Guidance

Northrop Grumman; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 177,000 - 265,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Every other Friday off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Guidance Navigation Control (GNC) Engineering Analyst in Virginia. This role involves designing and analyzing spacecraft control systems while collaborating within teams to meet technical requirements. Candidates need a bachelor's degree with extensive experience and a U.S. Top Secret clearance.

Join Northrop Grumman to work on revolutionary systems influencing lives globally. Embark on a career filled with intellectual curiosity and pioneering spirit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of professional experience or Master's with 10 years.
• Requires an active U.S. Top‑Secret clearance.
• Experience in Guidance, Navigation, and Control subsystem design.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze spacecraft attitude and position control loops.
• Develop simulation models for sensors and actuators.
• Communicate designs and test results to internal and external customers.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC)

C/C++

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience

Master’s degree with 10 years of experience

PhD with 8 years of experience

Tools

SVN

Git

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Guidance Navigation Control (GNC) Engineering Analyst in Virginia. This role involves designing and analyzing spacecraft control systems while collaborating within teams to meet technical requirements. Candidates need a bachelor's degree with extensive experience and a U.S. Top Secret clearance.

Join Northrop Grumman to work on revolutionary systems influencing lives globally. Embark on a career filled with intellectual curiosity and pioneering spirit.