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# Staff Guidance Navigation and Control Engineer...

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $177,000.0 - $265,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Java (Programming Language), Data Analysis, C++ (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Simulink
- **Published:** May 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000g07663

## About the Role

+ Bachelor's Degree in a related Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline with 12 years of relevant experience in engineering; OR a Master's Degree in a related STEM discipline with 10 years of relevant engineering experience; OR a PhD in a related STEM discipline with 8 years of relevant engineering experience.

 + Demonstrated experience in leading a diverse team of GNC engineers on a development program.

 + Must be proficient in and have experience with Matlab, Simulink, and autocoding Simulink models.

 + Must be proficient in Linear analysis (gain/phase margin determination, gain/filter determination, etc.)

 + **Active US Government Secret** clearance

 + Ability to obtain maintain Special Program Access.

Preferred Qualifications:

 + Current or previously-held Special Program Access

 + Experience with NGAS Common Products Core VMS GNC modelling

 + Knowledge of C/C++, Java, Python

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

## Description

+ Lead a team of experienced GNC engineers in development of modern Control laws, unconventional control effectors, and advanced controls technology for future developments.

 + Conduct in-depth non-linear 6DOF Simulation analysis (including stress testing, trade studies, mission analysis, etc)

 + Perform in-depth analysis and develop presentations to program management.

 + Serve as technical spokesman with program management, including preparation and presentation of technical briefings.

 + Develop charts for design reviews at different stages in a development program, such as PDR, CDR, etc. May be called upon to support proposal preparation efforts and new project activities, including responsibility for project technical aspects, cost, schedule, and reviews.

**This position requires 100% on-site work** . No telework/hybrid work schedule is allowed. Anticipated travel is approximately 20% - 25%.


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