GNC Engineering Manager 1 (Space Systems) Chandler

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

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 Engineering Manager  – Level 1 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.

The Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) department is seeking a highly motivated and experienced GNC Manager to lead and contribute to groundbreaking projects in Launch Vehicles, Tactical Systems, and Missile Interceptors. This position blends technical leadership and hands-on engineering with responsibilities split into 50% management (indirect charging) and 50% technical contributions (direct charging). As the GNC Manager, you will oversee the execution of critical projects, guide the technical development of GNC systems, and mentor a dynamic team of engineers, all while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure program success. This role involves working across critical phases of flight, including powered ascent, coast, orbital insertion, interplanetary cruise, and staging events, as well as developing technology for a diverse range of systems such as aircraft, spacecraft, missiles, and launch vehicles. If you are ready to lead innovative technical efforts, manage high-performing teams, and solve complex challenges in a dynamic environment, this position offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Your mission, should you choose to accept:

• Provide leadership and direction to the GNC team, including mentoring and performance management.
• Develop project plans, track performance metrics, and ensure timely completion of milestones within budget.
• Contribute directly to the development and validation of GNC algorithms and systems, including simulations, flight software, and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
• Support mission planning, requirements development, and risk analysis for GNC functions.
• Oversee the design, development, and analysis of guidance laws, navigation filters, and control systems.
• Interface with stakeholders, including program leadership and GNC management, to communicate technical progress, challenges, and solutions.
• Develop advanced GNC systems, including Guidance and Autopilot Algorithms, Navigation Systems, Sensor and Tracking Systems, and Simulation of Vehicle Dynamics.
• Other duties as assigned

This role provides the opportunity to not only advance your technical expertise but also make a lasting contribution to exciting and mission-critical programs. If you're passionate about leading teams and driving innovation in the advancement of GNC technologies, we encourage you to apply!

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.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 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 clearance
• Seven (7) years of experience in Guidance, Navigation, and Control systems, with demonstrated technical depth in algorithms, software, and/or hardware development. Will consider Missile Guidance and Control experience
• Expertise using simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink) and GNC modeling techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ or Python.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

 Preferred Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Master’s or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Proven experience managing technical teams, including schedule and resource planning.
• Knowledge of missile, launch vehicle, or tactical GNC systems.
• Experience with software validation, flight testing, or mission-critical system design.

As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change.  

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

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Primary Level Salary Range: $114,900.00 - $172,300.00

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.