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Lockheed Martin Corporation

$106K - $145K/yr

In this Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer (Senior, Level III) position, we are seeking an experienced GNC Engineer who will serve as a Line of Sight (LOS) analyst. The role specifically is ...

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How much do senior guidance navigation control engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior guidance navigation control engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Guidance Navigation Control Engineer vs Guidance Navigation Control Engineer?

AspectSenior Guidance Navigation Control EngineerGuidance Navigation Control Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, certifications in navigation systemsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, certifications in navigation systems
Work EnvironmentDesign, development, and testing of navigation systems in aerospace or defense industriesDevelopment and support of guidance and navigation systems in aerospace projects
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in aerospace, defense, and space industriesCommonly in aerospace, defense, and related sectors

The main difference is that a Senior Guidance Navigation Control Engineer typically has more experience, leadership responsibilities, and involvement in complex system design and integration, whereas a Guidance Navigation Control Engineer focuses on developing and implementing navigation systems under supervision or as part of a team.

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Infographic showing various Senior Guidance Navigation Control Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,557 per year, or $60.8 per hour.
Engineer - Guidance and Navigation Control

Engineer - Guidance and Navigation Control

PROLIM Global Corporation

Chandler, AZ • On-site

$80 - $95/hr

Full-time

Medical

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

PROLIM (www.prolim.com) is currently seeking Engineer Guidance Navigation Control for one of our top Client for Location: Chandler, AZ (100% Onsite)
Qualified candidates can directly send your updated resume and contact info via email: sameer.mithaigar@prolim.com
Job description:
PROLIM is currently seeking an Engineer Guidance Navigation Control for one of our top clients - Northrop Grumman Corporation, located in Chandler, Arizona.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced aerospace programs involving aircraft, spacecraft, missiles, and launch vehicles. As a GNC Engineer, you will contribute to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of guidance, navigation, and control systems that support mission-critical aerospace applications.
Job Details
  • Position: Engineer Guidance Navigation Control
  • Company: Northrop Grumman Corporation
  • Location: Chandler, AZ 85286
  • Work Setting: 100% Onsite
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Pay Rate: $80 - $95/hr on W2
  • Schedule: 40 Hours/Week (9/80 Schedule - Every Other Friday Off)
  • Experience: 2-5 Years
  • Security Clearance: Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance Required
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Required

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, implement, verify, and test high-quality software and simulation toolchains.
  • Develop and maintain 6 Degree of Freedom (6DOF) simulations for flight software testing and validation.
  • Support the design and testing of flight control software.
  • Optimize flight software and simulation performance.
  • Utilize trajectory optimization tools and software.
  • Analyze guidance, navigation, and control system performance.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure mission success.
  • Support integration, verification, and validation activities.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline with 2+ years of professional experience; OR Master's Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
  • Active U.S. Government Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance.
  • Experience with:
  • C++
  • Python
  • Linux Environment
  • MATLAB
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • Knowledge of:
  • Control Systems Theory
  • Guidance Law Design
  • State Estimation Techniques
  • Flight Dynamics and Simulation
  • Experience using Jira in Agile development environments.
  • Technical Skills
  • Must Have
  • C++
  • Python
  • Linux
  • MATLAB
  • Nice to Have
  • 6DOF Simulations
  • Aerodynamic Modeling
  • Guidance Systems
  • Extended Kalman Filter (EKF)
  • State Estimation
  • Rigid Body Dynamics
  • LQR
  • PID Control
  • Monte Carlo Analysis
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Jira

Why Join?
  • Work on cutting-edge aerospace and defense technologies.
  • Contribute to mission-critical national security programs.
  • Competitive hourly compensation.
  • Collaborative engineering environment.
  • Every other Friday off with a 9/80 work schedule.

How to Apply
Qualified candidates can send their updated resume and contact information to: Sameer.mithaigar@prolim.com
Benefits:
  • Health insurance

Work Location: In person

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