Northrop Grumman

Staff GNC Engineer

Northrop Grumman • $122K — $184K *
Melbourne, FL 32935In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field with relevant years of experience
  • Active DoD Secret clearance and ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
  • Supplier Management Team (SMT) experience
  • Experience in leading diverse technical teams
  • Proficiency in design and engineering tools development
  • Familiarity with office toolsets like Windows and Microsoft Office
  • Expertise in Matlab, Simulink, and autocoding Simulink models

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop GNC algorithms and software
  • Develop control laws for vehicle performance
  • Create dynamic simulation models for air vehicles
  • Conduct analyses for design review stages
  • Analyze flight test data to support activities
  • Attend and present at technical meetings and milestones
  • Integrate modeling into simulation environments

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Employees may be eligible for overtime and shift differentials
  • Company offers discretionary bonuses
  • Provides health insurance coverage and life/disability insurance
  • Includes a savings plan, holidays, and PTO
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is looking for a Staff GNC Engineer. This role is located on-site in Melbourne, FL.

Essential Functions:

  • 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.

  • You may be required to 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:

  • For Level 5: Must have a Bachelor's in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 12 years of experience in the design and integration of equipment OR a Master’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 10 years of experience in the design and integration of equipment.

  • Active In-Scope DoD Secret clearance.

  • Ability to obtain and maintain Active In-Scope DoD Top Secret clearance.

  • Supplier Management Team (SMT) experience.

  • Experience working with diverse technical teams and leading others.

  • Knowledge of design, analysis and/or engineering tools development

  • Proficient with typical office toolsets such as Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite

  • Must have experience on a diverse team of GNC engineers on a development program.

  • Must be proficient in Matlab, Simulink, and autocoding Simulink models.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Candidate must have excellent communication, analysis and problem solving skills and be able to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment. 

  • Current active DoD Top Secret clearance (with background investigation completed within the last 5 years or under continuous evaluation)

  • Knowledge of C/C++, Java, Python

  • Knowledgeable in the area of flight sciences, control law development, and control system analysis.

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.

  • Experience writing/reviewing technical documents: CDRLS, SSOWs, SRDs, ICDs, SDRL reviews, etc.

  • Experience in leading, mentoring, and developing multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver complex technical solutions, within cost and schedule constraints, across the various phases of the engineering lifecycle.

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

Northrop Grumman Careers

Join the elite team at Northrop Grumman, a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics and modernization to customers worldwide. There has never been a more exciting time to advance your career with Northrop Grumman.

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Northrop Grumman is dedicated to your professional and personal growth. We offer unparalleled benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, generous time off, and family care resources. Additionally, we provide extensive leadership and diversity training to help you craft your career path.

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Enhance your career through our robust networking opportunities. Connect with leaders and peers within Northrop Grumman through various events, mentorship programs, and professional groups. Our leadership is deeply invested in nurturing talent and guiding team members through their career journey.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
NASDAQ
NOC
* Ladders Estimates

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