GNC Engineer: Performance Analysis (GPI Program)   Level 2 or 3 (Chandler)

Design, develop, implement, verify, and test algorithms, software, and simulation tools that enable guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) for aircraft, spacecraft, submersibles, surface ships, missiles, launch vehicles, and upper stages throughout all mission phases (powered ascent, coast, flight, Earth orbit, interplanetary cruise, orbital insertion, and staging events). Perform statistical processing of measured sensor data and integrate the results into algorithms that simulate physical reality for navigation functions. Develop control laws and define hardware and software requirements for control‑design and analysis of aircraft, launch vehicles, and spacecraft. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—systems engineering, flight operations, and hardware engineering—to align GNC solutions with overall vehicle architecture and mission objectives. Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. Bachelor's degree with 2 years of professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 0 years of professional experience. Experience performing performance analysis on large data sets using data‑analytics and statistical‑analysis techniques. Bachelor's degree with 5 years of professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 3 years of professional experience - OR - PhD with 1 year 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 Experience performing performance analysis on large data sets using data‑analytics and statistical‑analysis techniques. Proficiency creating and maintaining analysis tools in C++, MATLAB, and Python. Strong C++ development skills in a Linux environment. Proficiency with MATLAB and Python toolchains. Demonstrated experience in performance and root‑cause analysis of hypersonic missile systems. Hands‑on experience developing, testing, or integrating GNC algorithms for hypersonic missiles. Proficiency with high‑fidelity 6‑DoF simulation environments for vehicle dynamics and guidance analysis. Familiarity with the AEGIS weapon system architecture and operational concepts.