Gnc Engineer: Autopilot/guidance (gpi Program) Level 2 Or 3 (chandler)

Northrop Grumman

Chandler, Arizona, United States
Base: $79,300.00 - $147,600.00; bonus/equity: disc...
100% onsite
Guidance algorithm design and tuning
Missile autopilot system development
C++ development in linux environment
At Northrop Grumman, employees work on revolutionary systems impacting lives globally and shaping the future with a pioneering spirit

Job Summary

  • At Northrop Grumman, employees work on revolutionary systems impacting lives globally and shaping the future with a pioneering spirit.
  • The GNC Engineer role supports critical national and global security missions by developing robust guidance, navigation, and control solutions for a broad spectrum of vehicles.
  • Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help employees thrive at work and in life.

Matching Summary

At Northrop Grumman, employees work on revolutionary systems impacting lives globally and shaping the future with a pioneering spirit.

Salary

Base: $79,300.00 - $147,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary bonus and annual bonuses; Benefits: Health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays and PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Guidance algorithm design and tuning
  • Missile autopilot system development
  • C++ development in Linux environment
  • MATLAB and Python toolchains proficiency
  • DoD Secret security clearance
  • Hardware-in-the-loop simulations
  • Control system analysis and design

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with hypersonic missile systems
  • AEGIS weapon system integration
  • Infrared discrimination and tracking
  • State-estimation and propagation methods
  • Intellectual curiosity and cognitive diversity
  • 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary teamwork

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 2-5 years experience or Master’s/PhD with relevant experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government DoD Secret clearance
  • Experience with missile guidance and autopilot systems
  • Proven skills in control theory and stability analyses
  • Experience with C++, MATLAB, and Python development
  • U.S. Citizenship required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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