Lead GNC Engineer – Flight Controls & Analysis; ‑Site

Position Summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Staff Guidance Navigation and Control Engineer (Lead) to join our GNC team. The role is located in Rancho Bernardo, CA or El Segundo, CA.

• Lead a team of GNC engineers at all levels in conducting in-depth analysis and control law development for programs in the initial phase.
• Conduct non‑linear 6
  
  DOF simulation analysis, including stress testing, trade studies, and mission analysis.
• Develop presentations and perform analysis for program management.
• Serve as technical spokesperson with program management, preparing and presenting technical briefings.
• Develop charts for design reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.) and support proposal preparation and new project activities, including responsibility for technical aspects, cost, schedule, and reviews.

This position requires 100% on‑site work; no telework or hybrid schedule is allowed. Anticipated travel 20–25%.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related STEM discipline with 12 years of relevant engineering experience; or Master’s degree with 10 years; or PhD with 8 years.
• Demonstrated experience leading a diverse team of GNC engineers on a development program.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Simulink, and autocoding Simulink models.
• Proficiency in linear analysis (gain/phase margin determination, filter design, etc.).
• Active US Government Secret clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access.

• Current or previously‑held Special Program Access.
• Experience with NGAS Common Products Core VMS GNC modeling.
• Knowledge of C/C++, Java, or Python.
• Knowledge of flight sciences, control law development, and control system analysis.

Primary level salary range: $177,000 – $265,600. Additional compensation may include overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and Long Term Incentives for senior roles. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and paid time off.

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  U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.