[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Northrop Grumman jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Northrop Grumman · United States-Florida-Melbourne # Staff GNC Engineer United States-Florida-Melbourne Full-time Senior individual contributor $152,900.00 - $229,300.00 Operations Listed on Northrop Grumman’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Florida-Melbourne/Staff-GNC-Engineer_R10233286) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Northrop Grumman](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) / Staff GNC Engineer ## Job description ### RELOCATION ASSISTANCE Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret 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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is looking for a Staff GNC Engineer. This role is located on-site in Melbourne, FL. ### Essential Functions Design, develop, implement, verify and test algorithms, software and simulation tools to perform guidance, navigation and control (GNC). Develop control laws to meet air vehicle performance, flying qualities and stability margin requirements, both on ground and in flight. Develop air vehicle system linear and non-linear dynamic simulation models and integrate models into software and hardware-in-the-loop simulation environments. Develop analysis to support design reviews at different stages in a development program, such as PDR, CDR, etc. Analyze air vehicle flight test data and support flight test activities. You may be required to attend or present at internal program, customer and/or supplier technical exchange meetings and/or formal program milestone reviews to provide and/or obtain progress status updates. ### Basic Qualifications For Level 5: Must have a Bachelor's in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 12 years of experience in the design and integration of equipment OR a Master’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 10 years of experience in the design and integration of equipment. Active In-Scope DoD Secret clearance. Ability to obtain and maintain Active In-Scope DoD Top Secret clearance. Supplier Management Team (SMT) experience. Experience working with diverse technical teams and leading others. - Knowledge of design, analysis and/or engineering tools development - Proficient with typical office toolsets such as Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite - Must have experience on a diverse team of GNC engineers on a development program. Must be proficient in Matlab, Simulink, and autocoding Simulink models. ### Preferred Qualifications Candidate must have excellent communication, analysis and problem solving skills and be able to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Current active DoD Top Secret clearance (with background investigation completed within the last - 5 years or under continuous evaluation) - Knowledge of C/C++, Java, Python Knowledgeable in the area of flight sciences, control law development, and control system analysis. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering. ### Experience writing/reviewing technical documents CDRLS, SSOWs, SRDs, ICDs, SDRL reviews, etc. Experience in leading, mentoring, and developing multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver complex technical solutions, within cost and schedule constraints, across the various phases of the engineering lifecycle. ### Primary Level Salary Range $152,900.00 - $229,300.00 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](http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO). U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 100 days - Location: United States-Florida-Melbourne - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $152,900.00 - $229,300.00[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Florida-Melbourne/Staff-GNC-Engineer_R10233286) ## More jobs at Northrop Grumman ### [2026 Associate Industrial Engineer/Industrial Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/14be471b9a18af31d791/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2027 Associate Engineer Electrical/Engineer Electrical](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/8febb0ec85429d1267fe/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2027 Associate Systems Engineer/ Systems Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/f3e1bb9a7bd47a5280b2/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2027 Engineering Intern - Melbourne (FL) (Evergreen)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/ec27e3c6d30e2ef5f8bf/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2027 Intern - Airworthiness Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/1d6c0e65f46bb328b818/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Sr. Principal GNC Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/e96e2f7e0238e6c1f294/) BAE Systems · Maple Grove, Minnesota, United States ### [Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/51754c3ab1139f3e4859/) BAE Systems · Maple Grove, Minnesota, United States ### [Electronics Engineer V, GNC Hardware Dev Tech Lead, Interim Secret](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/f0a07ef30f90b871a182/) Lockheed Martin · Sunnyvale, CA ### [Physical Design Engineer- Staff to Sr. Staff](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/9f1a0930abf713832f01/) Qualcomm · Austin, Texas, United States of America OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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