GNC Engineer: Navigation Analysis and Simulation – Level 3 or 4 (Chandler)

Skip to main contentHomeProfileJob SearchApplicationsMy EventsJoin Talent NetworkSign InSingle PositionView All JobsGNC Engineer: Navigation Analysis and Simulation – Level 3 or 4 (Chandler)United States-Arizona-ChandlerApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionJob IDR10241141RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a GNC Engineer – Level 3 or Level 4 located in Chandler, AZ, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.In this role, you will contribute to the success of vital defense systems that protect the nation by supporting cutting-edge development of upcoming long-range missile defense interceptors, targets, space launch, and strike vehicles.This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.Your Role and Impact:Provide priority navigation technical contributions for multiple programs (missile‑defense targets, next‑generation interceptors, other missile and rocket projects)Develop and analyze inertial, satellite‑based, and integrated navigation system solutionsPerform customer‑provided requirement analysis for navigation systemsSupport flight‑software development and testing within simulation environmentsCollaborate with the Navigation, Analysis and Simulation group to drive GNC engineering outcomesContribute to design reviews, trade studies, and technical documentation for GNC aspectsEnsure compliance with defense standards and schedule for long‑range missile‑defense interceptors, targets, space‑launch, and strike vehiclesOther duties as assignedIf this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4.Basic Qualifications for Level 3:Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience.  Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearanceExperience with Inertial, Satellite-Based, or Integrated Navigation SystemsBasic Qualifications for Level 4:Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience.  Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearanceExperience with Inertial, Satellite-Based, or Integrated Navigation System, IMU modeling, GPS sensor...