Distributed Systems - Staff Systems Architect

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 169,000 - 253,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Savings plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

Training and development

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Baltimore seeks a Staff Systems Architect to lead the system architecture for Distributed Systems Engineering. This on-site role is based in Baltimore, MD.

Responsibilities include defining architecture, aligning with roadmaps, and managing risk and KPPs while coordinating across hardware, software, and firmware disciplines.

A US Secret clearance and eligibility for SAP are required; relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 12 years of experience, a master’s degree with 10 years of experience, or a PhD with 8 years of experience in STEM fields; an additional 4 years may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Current/active U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
• Experience creating, evolving and maintaining system architecture.

Responsibilities

• 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 KPPs.
• Manage alignment between the selected solution and internal roadmaps, product lines, and/or common components.

Skills

System architecture

MBSE

SysML modeling

Analytical thinking

Presentations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

IBM Rational DOORS

Enterprise Architect

Cameo

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Northrop Grumman Mission System’s Engineering and Sciences (E&S) Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) Division is seeking a Staff Systems Architect to join our team.

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

What You’ll Get to Do

• 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

This position is contingent on the successful transfer of an active U.S. Government Secret clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 12 years of experience, a master’s degree with 10 years of experience, or a PhD with 8 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.

Benefits

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Additional benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and more!

Salary

Primary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00.

We consider factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions in determining base salary offers.

EEO Statement

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.