Systems Engineer 2

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Sector is seeking a System Engineer 2 to join our team in Schriever Space Force Base (SSFB), Colorado. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Specialized Warfighter Development Contract (SWDC) on the Warfighter Simulations and Services (WSS) Agile Release Train (ART). The WSS ART offers opportunities to support the U.S. Missile Defense System through the development of Modeling and Simulation applications used in warfighter training and exercises, concept evaluation, developmental engineering, testing and verification, and assessment. This position is located on-site and does not have a remote option. Relocation assistance is not available if not local.

What You'll Get to Do:

This position requires a systems engineer to support the development of modeling and simulation software and services for air and missile defense systems. The candidate will work in a team environment designing, developing, testing, documenting, and integrating simulation products and services for the WSS ART. Primary responsibilities include developing requirements, testing new capabilities, documenting new features, and analyzing simulation performance. Additional responsibilities could include interfacing with WSS customers via event support and training events, as well as presenting technical briefings to WSS stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related experience
• Systems Engineering Lifecycle background including requirements derivation
• Working knowledge of Agile and SAFe development methodologies
• Working knowledge of Software Development and Support Functions such as Configuration Management, Data Management, and Quality Assurance
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Applicants must have an active U.S. Government security clearance at the DoD secret level

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Ability to work independently and in groups equally well; must be a self-starter
• Excellent time management
• Certifications: INCOSE ASEP, OCSMP - MU, Systems Engineering Graduate Certificate Program from an accredited university, Agile Scrum, SAFe
• Experience in applying model-based methodologies to process management
• Understanding of Modeling and Simulation (M&S), specifically for ballistic missile systems
• Knowledge of software design and performance in IT infrastructures, networks and cloud solutions
• Experience with Atlassian products (Jira, Confluence)
• Experience with Cameo for Model-Based Systems Engineering
• Current DoD Top Secret clearance with SSBI (SCI eligibility)

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

Salary Range: $81,300.00 - $121,900.00

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.