Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - (Space/Satellite) Top Secret

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

The successful candidates for this position will work in a technical role in Dulles VA or El Segundo CA. The Mission Enhancement Engineer will report into the Office of the Chief Architect for the Phoenix program within the Space Security Business Unit of the Space Systems Sector. Phoenix Mission Enhancement Engineers will have a direct impact on shaping the future of the Phoenix portfolio, evolving the capability of integrated ground software and space vehicle hardware solution, and securing the growth of capability within the Phoenix operational ecosystem.

The Phoenix Mission Enhancement Engineer will lead and support efforts related to the growth of the Phoenix portfolio with the space security mission domain. These activities include the development of concepts and the technical roadmap for integrating new or existing missions into the Phoenix operational ecosystem, executing trade studies and mission analyses in support of growth, the development of responses for mission area growth and technical evolution to the customer, and driving the vision of the Phoenix operational program alongside the development of next-generation space capability. The work of the Mission Enhancement Engineer will be closely tied to the execution of the Phoenix technical roadmap. A successful candidate will feel comfortable rapidly developing concepts for integrating emerging space capability into the Phoenix portfolio and briefing solutions to NG and customer leadership.

Additional support activities include:

• Reinforcing Northrop Grumman’s ownership of the mission space and ability to deliver solutions to the warfighter

• Supporting the alignment of the Phoenix technical roadmap with the space security landspace

• Strengthening partnerships with current and future customers

• Brief program leadership, customers, and stakeholders on the Phoenix portfolio

This position will expose the candidate to equal parts technical competency, forward thinking ideas, and customer-facing interaction. This position requires a functional understanding of ground system software & development, space system hardware & development, and the delivery of integrated solutions for the command and control of a fleet of heterogenous space vehicles operating in a dynamic environment. This position utilizes the candidate’s abilities to interact in an organized and solutions-oriented manner, driving activities to closure through proactive engagement with Northrop Grumman and customer teams.

*This position can be filled at either the Principal or Sr. Principal level*

Basic Qualifications:

• Principal Systems Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with at least 5 years of applicable experience, or Masters degree with 3 years of applicable experience.

• Senior Principal Systems Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with at least 9 years of applicable experience or Masters degree with 7 years of applicable experience.

• Must have U.S. Citizenship with a current or active Top Secret level clearance with SCI.

• Knowledge of ground system design, architecture, and the operation of space vehicles

• Experience in space mission analysis and design, mission architecture development, and concept/CONOPS development.

• Excellent written and oral communications skills and technical presentation experience.

• An ability to engage in technical discussion and invest in learning technical concepts.

• Ability to execute and develop solutions with limited oversight in a results-oriented self-paced manner.

Preferred Experience (one or more areas desired):

• Experience with ground systems and space hardware capabilities in the national security space mission domain.

• Development and execution of technical roadmaps and investment strategies aligned with programmatic vision.

• Knowledge of software development and deployment best practices, cloud architectures, and application of cybersecurity requirements to integrated ground and space capability.

• Experience coordinating the efforts of diverse stakeholders.

Salary Range: $107,300.00 - $160,900.00Salary Range 2: $133,000.00 - $199,600.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.