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.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
• 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