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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$87.6k - $234kAnnually

+ Bonus

Entry

No H1B Sponsorship

Dulles, VA, USA

Relocation assistance may be available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Space & Rocket Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
Atlassian
Git
MATLAB
C/C++
Requirements
  • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
  • BS Degree in Engineering, Physics, or Math with at least 14 years of professional experience (12 years with Masters, or 9 years with Ph.D) for Staff Level
  • BS Degree in Engineering, Physics, or Math with at least 9 years of professional experience (7 years with Masters, or 4 years with Ph.D) for Sr. Principal Level
  • BS Degree in Engineering, Physics, or Math with at least 5 years of professional experience (3 years with Masters, or 0 years with Ph.D) for Principal Level
  • MS or PhD degree in engineering, physics, or math (preferred)
  • Minimum overall GPA of 3.25 (preferred)
  • Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++ (preferred)
  • Experience in spacecraft GNC subsystem design, analysis, and testing (preferred)
  • Experience implementing GNC algorithms on embedded systems (preferred)
  • Prior work experience in related field (preferred)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft office suite, version control tools such as SVN or Git (preferred)
  • Experience with Model Based Systems engineering, digital transformation tools such as the Atlassian suite (preferred)
  • Previous/current membership or leadership roles in professional groups, clubs, or extracurricular activities is desired (preferred)
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities (preferred)
Responsibilities
  • Design, analyze, and tune spacecraft attitude and position control loops using time and frequency domain techniques
  • Design, analyze, and tune sequential filters (e.g. Kalman filters) for attitude determination and relative navigation
  • Design, develop, test and verify flight algorithms for the GNC subsystem and support flight software qualification testing
  • Analyze and test the spacecraft GNC subsystem performance using simulations and other analytic tools
  • Perform analysis to support early design phase concept development including actuator sizing and placement, sensor selection and placement, attitude and position guidance, rendezvous, proximity operations and docking analyses, and predicted performance assessments
  • Develop simulation models for sensors (e.g. star tracker, rate gyro, accelerometer, GPS, magnetometer, sun sensors), actuators (e.g. reaction wheel, torque bar, thruster, CMG), system dynamics (e.g. rigid body, multi-body, orbit mechanics, flexible models, propellant slosh), and the space environment (e.g. atmospheric, solar radiation pressure, third-body gravity, geopotential)
  • Apply engineering principles, industry standards, company process, and knowledge of vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, propulsion, classical/modern control, and estimation theory to perform tasks to advanced program/project goals
  • Document designs, analysis, and test results and create presentation materials
  • Present designs, analysis, and test results to internal and external customers
  • Work well within small- to medium-sized groups

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions, focusing on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space operations. The company develops and manufactures systems that integrate various technologies to meet the needs of government and commercial clients. Its products include systems for command and control, intelligence gathering, and logistics support. Northrop Grumman stands out from competitors by leveraging its extensive research and development capabilities and maintaining long-term contracts with clients, which ensures a steady revenue stream. The company's goal is to deliver innovative solutions that enhance national security and support its clients' missions.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for space-based defense systems benefits Northrop Grumman's space segment.
  • Increased focus on AI in defense offers expansion opportunities for Northrop Grumman.
  • Rising need for cybersecurity solutions aligns with Northrop Grumman's expertise.

What critics are saying

  • China's control over antimony poses a significant supply chain risk.
  • Surging antimony prices could impact Northrop Grumman's production costs.
  • Boeing's recruitment of a former executive may increase competitive pressure.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman excels in autonomous systems and advanced defense technologies.
  • The company has a strong foothold in space and cybersecurity solutions.
  • Long-term government contracts provide Northrop Grumman with a stable revenue stream.

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