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. Develop advanced GNC systems, including Guidance and Autopilot Algorithms, Navigation Systems, Sensor and Tracking Systems, and Simulation of Vehicle Dynamics. Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. 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. 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. Seven (7) years of experience in Guidance, Navigation, and Control systems, with demonstrated technical depth in algorithms, software, and/or hardware development. Knowledge of missile, launch vehicle, or tactical GNC systems. Experience with software validation, flight testing, or mission-critical system design.