GNC Engineer OR Principal GNC Engineer

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El Segundo, CA, USA
In-Office
92K-171K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Designs, develops, implements, verifies, and tests aircraft guidance, navigation, and control algorithms, software, and simulation tools. Performs statistical processing of measured data, formulates equations for position, orientation, and orbit control, and develops control laws and hardware/software requirements. The role requires a relevant STEM degree, engineering experience, Secret clearance eligibility, and Special Program Access eligibility.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 has opportunities for Guidance Navigation Control Engineer OR Principal Guidance Navigation Control Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA!

Duties Include:

  • Designs, develops, implements, verifies, and tests algorithms and software and simulation tools to perform guidance, navigation and control of aircraft
  • Statistical processing of measured data points and their substitution into algorithms simulating physical reality.
  • Formulation of specific equations to achieve a desired position, orientation, or orbit.
  • Control design and analyses processes consist of the development of the control laws and hardware and software requirements for aircraft.

This position may be filled at the GNC Engineer level or the Principal GNC level, depending upon the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications for GNC Engineer:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline with 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master of Science degree in a relevant STEM discipline with 0 years of related engineering experience.
  • Ability to obtain a US Government Secret clearance
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP). This SAP must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Basic Qualifications for Principal GNC Engineer:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline with 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master of Science degree in a relevant STEM discipline with 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a relevant STEM discipline with 1 year of related engineering experience.
  • Ability to obtain a US Government Secret clearance
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP). This SAP must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

  • Active US Government Secret clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant STEM discipline with 2 years of related engineering experience, or a Master of Science degree in a relevant STEM discipline with 0 years of related engineering experience for the GNC Engineer level.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant STEM discipline with 5 years of related engineering experience, or a Master of Science degree with 3 years, or a PhD with 1 year for the Principal GNC Engineer level.
  • Ability to obtain a US Government Secret clearance.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP).
  • Active US Government Secret clearance.

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.

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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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