Systems Engineer/Principal Systems Engineer (Level 2/3)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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.

As a Systems Engineer on this team, you will work with a team of engineers to define, develop, decompose, analyze, verify, validate, and test requirements for a diverse suite of Missile Defense software M&S products on the SWDC contract. A primary objective which the team will achieve is to develop Systems Engineering products within a Model Based Engineering (MBE) environment. In this role, you will be supporting a technical lead, in addition to cross function product teams to define, maintain, and update the technical baseline as capability is added or enhanced. Ultimately, you will support the program through maturity and milestones to achieve the mission.  

This position is located on-site at Schriever Space Force Base. Relocation assistance is not available.

Basic Qualifications (Systems Engineer)

• Bachelor of Science in a STEM field and 2 years of related experience OR Master of Science in a STEM field and 0 years of related experience
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with Atlassian (Jira/Confluence) tool suite
• Familiarity with complex software systems, including configuring and executing.
• Knowledgeable on development lifecycles, including the V-model of the systems engineering process.
• Familiarity with the Missile Defense System and mission
• Demonstrated ability to work with a team and lead to solve technical problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to include creating documentation during development.
• Fostering team collaboration to solve complex engineering problems while ensuring project milestones are achieved.
• Product enablement by gathering user requirements and complex problem solving.

Basic Qualifications (Principal Systems Engineer)

• Bachelor of Science in a STEM field and 5 years of related experience OR Master of Science in a STEM field and 3 years of related experience
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with Atlassian (Jira/Confluence) tool suite
• Familiarity with complex software systems, including configuring and executing.
• Knowledgeable on development lifecycles, including the V-model of the systems engineering process.
• Familiarity with the Missile Defense System and mission
• Demonstrated ability to work with a team and lead to solve technical problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to include creating documentation during development.
• Fostering team collaboration to solve complex engineering problems while ensuring project milestones are achieved.
• Product enablement by gathering user requirements and complex problem solving.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Software development experience
• Experience with writing scripts using a variety of languages (Python, Matlab, Javascript)
• Experience with Modeling and Simulation products
• Model Based Systems Engineering experience (SysML/UML)
• Program experience within the Missile Defense Agency elements (GMD, Aegis BMD, C2BMC, etc)
• Experience developing sophisticated software within Agile or SAFe
• Experience with Unix/Linux operating systems
• INCOSE (or other) certification
• Identifying process improvements within the team to enhance productivity and quality of deliverables.

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following:

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements

https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx

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Salary Range: $81,300.00 - $121,900.00Salary Range 2: $100,300.00 - $150,500.00

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.