Sr. Principal GNC Engineer – Flying Qualities

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 123,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Melbourne, FL seeks a Sr. Principal GNC Engineer – Flying Qualities (Level 4) to join our Vehicle Engineering team. This role focuses on design, development and validation of guidance, navigation and control algorithms for next‑gen air vehicles.

Required qualifications include a STEM degree with multi‑year experience and active clearance. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master/PhD in STEM with significant relevant experience as specified.
• Active US Government Secret clearance with potential for Top Secret/ SAP clearances.
• Experience with airworthiness assessments and multidisciplinary GNC.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and autocoding Simulink models.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, verify and test GNC algorithms, software and simulations.
• Develop control laws to meet air vehicle performance, flying qualities and stability margins.
• Create and integrate dynamic models into software and hardware-in-the-loop environments.
• Support design reviews (PDR/CDR) with analyses and data.
• Analyze flight test data and contribute to test activities.
• Present updates at internal/customer/program milestone reviews.

Skills

GNC engineering

MATLAB

Simulink

Autocoder for Simulink

Python

Clearance awareness

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Master of Science in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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 Aeronautics Systems sector is hiring a Sr. Principal GNC Engineer – Flying Qualities (Level 4) to join our Vehicle Engineering team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Melbourne, Florida.

Key Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Design, develop, implement, verify and test algorithms, software and simulation tools to perform guidance, navigation and control (GNC).
• Develop control laws to meet air vehicle performance, flying qualities and stability margin requirements, both on ground and in flight.
• Develop air vehicle system linear and non-linear dynamic simulation models and integrate models into software and hardware-in-the-loop simulation environments.
• Develop analysis to support design reviews at different stages in a development program, such as PDR, CDR, etc.
• Analyze air vehicle flight test data and support flight test activities.
• Attend or present at internal program, customer and/or supplier technical exchange meetings and/or formal program milestone reviews to provide and/or obtain progress status updates.

Basic Qualifications

• Must have Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 8 years of relevant experience; OR Master of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 6 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 4 years of relevant experience.
• Must have an active US Government Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Top Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs, with an Interim Top Secret clearance required prior to start.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
• Must have experience supporting airworthiness assessments for aircraft flying qualities, stability, and/or control.
• Must have experience on multi-disciplinary GNC engineers on a development program.
• Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and/or autocoding Simulink models.
• Experience in supplier/customer relationship management, including briefing, coordinating, and/or following up.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active US Government Top Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Knowledge of C/C++, Java, Python.
• Knowledgeable in the area of flight sciences, control law development, and control system analysis.
• Experience writing/reviewing technical documents: CDRLS, SSOWs, SRDs, ICDs, SDRL reviews, etc.
• Experience leading/coordinating as focal point with supplier and customer/government (Hosting recurring meetings, arranging TIMs, etc.)

We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Does this sound like you?

At Northrop Grumman, we are innovating-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching.

Primary 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.

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.