Distributed Systems - Senior Staff Systems Architect

Northrop Grumman Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 184,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Education assistance

9/80 work schedule

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corporation in Baltimore, MD seeks a Senior Staff Systems Architect to lead system architecture for major development programs. The role is on-site, supporting the Distributed Systems Engineering group and reporting to the PM/Chief Engineer. Clearances and a strong background in SysML/MBSE are required.

The position emphasizes architecture development across hardware, software, and firmware, with opportunities for growth, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM and related fields; 14+ yrs experience or advanced degrees preferred.
• Experience creating, evolving and maintaining system architecture.
• Proficiency in analytical thinking and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead and serve as the primary authority for system architecture within the Distributed Systems Engineering group.
• Direct, manage, and oversee the creation, evolution, and maintenance of overall system architecture.
• Proactively manage architectural decisions to align with cost, schedule, and risk constraints.
• Tailor system requirements margins based on risk assessments and ensure KPP compliance.

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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 Mission System’s Engineering and Sciences (E&S) Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) Division is seeking a Senior Staff Systems Architect to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. You will support the Program Manager and Chief Engineer as System Architect on multiple major development programs.

This position will be in Baltimore, MD, and is a full time on site role.

What You’ll Get to Do:

The Senior Staff Systems Architect within the Distributed Systems Engineering group will serve as the authority for system architecture and design, responsible for creating, evolving, and maintaining the system architecture to meet operational needs while accounting for cost, schedule, and risk. This role will also tailor system requirement margins based on risk and ensure compliance with Key Performance Parameters (KPPs).

• Lead and serve as the primary authority for system architecture and design within the Distributed Systems Engineering group
• Direct, manage, and oversee the creation, evolution, and maintenance of the overall system architecture to meet operational needs
• Proactively manage architectural decisions to ensure alignment with cost, schedule, and risk constraints
• Lead the tailoring of system requirements margins based on risk assessments and ensure compliance with Key Performance Parameters (KPPs)
• Manage and maintain alignment between the selected solution and internal roadmaps, product lines, and/or common components, as applicable

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 14 years of experience, a master’s degree with 12 years of experience, or a PhD with 10 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related technical fields; an additional 4 years may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• U.S Citizenship is required.
• A current/active U.S Government Secret Clearance.
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
• Experience creating, evolving and maintaining system architecture.
• Demonstrated proficiency in analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in creating and delivering technical presentations to internal and external leadership.
• Experience working collaboratively on complex projects that encompass hardware, software, and firmware.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or related technical fields.
• Active U.S Government Top Secret Clearance or higher.
• Experience in all aspects of the engineering process from proposal / requirements analysis through verification testing and fielding of systems.
• Experience in Design, Architecture development, Analysis, Systems Engineering, Integration and/or Test in one or more of the following specialty areas: EOIR systems, optics, threat analysis.
• Experience decomposing requirements for DoD-based platforms or systems.
• Experience defining Concept of Operations (ConOps), KPPs, and associated Technical Performance Measures (TPMs), Operational Concepts (OpsCon).
• Experience collaborating across programs and product lines.
• Demonstrated expertise in SysML modeling and MBSE tools (e.g., IBM Rational DOORS, Enterprise Architect, Cameo).
• Ability to develop and maintain system models, traceability matrices, and verification cross reference artifacts.
• Experience in development and Earned Value Management (EVM) of cost accounts and schedules.

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which 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.

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available)
• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

Primary Level Salary Range: $184,100.00 - $276,100.00 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.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.