Mission Modeling & Systems Engineering Manager

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Palatine Township (IL); On-site; USD 154,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mission Modeling Manager in Rolling Meadows, IL who will lead the Mission Modeling & Simulation team with a blend of system engineering leadership and MBSE focus.

You will manage a 15–20 engineer group, driving model-based approaches, integrate mission models with architecture, and support business programs across the MSTS division. U.S. citizenship and clearance readiness are required.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering or related technical discipline with 8+ years of experience or MS with 6+ years of experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Experience in systems engineering concepts including requirements, architecture, integration, verification, and validation.
• Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) using SysML and tools such as Rhapsody or Cameo.
• Experience with mission modeling tools including AFSIM, STK, MATLAB and Simulink.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 15–20 engineer team, balancing functional duties with program work.
• Oversee system engineering lifecycle from concept to sustainment across programs.
• Plan and maintain MBSE processes, integrating mission models with performance and architecture models.
• Mentor staff and manage staffing, training, and performance reviews.
• Collaborate with talent acquisition and other functions to support staffing and proposals.

Skills

Leadership

Systems Engineering

MBSE

Communication

Problem Solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Modeling & Simulation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/technical field

Master's degree in engineering/technical field

Tools

Rhapsody

Cameo

MATLAB

Simulink

AFSIM

STK

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mission Modeling Manager in Rolling Meadows, IL who will lead the Mission Modeling & Simulation team with a blend of system engineering leadership and MBSE focus.

You will manage a 15–20 engineer group, driving model-based approaches, integrate mission models with architecture, and support business programs across the MSTS division. U.S. citizenship and clearance readiness are required.