Operations Analysis Systems Engineer (Engineer or Principal Engineer Level)

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); Hybrid; USD 79,300 - 137,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

9/80 work schedule

Learning opportunities

Friendly team environment

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Operations Analysis Engineer in Melbourne, FL, to support military systems modeling and simulation. This role involves analysis of threat systems and mission performance, contributing to advanced air vehicle concepts.

The ideal candidate will have a STEM degree and experience in modeling and analysis, alongside an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance.

Flexible work arrangements and competitive salary ranges from $79,300.00 to $137,600.00 for primary level and $98,400.00 to $171,000.00 for secondary level are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience for Systems Engineer role, 5+ years for Principal Systems Engineer.
• Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform modeling, simulation, and analysis for program development.
• Support new requirements and evaluate advanced air vehicle concepts.
• Ensure system performance capabilities against cost and mission requirements.

Skills

Modeling and simulation

System survivability analysis

Mission performance analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline

Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline

PhD in a STEM discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C#

C/C++

Linux

Unix

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available.

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Operations Analysis Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Systems Engineering organization. This role is located in Melbourne, FL or El Segundo, CA.

In This Role, You Will Primarily Support

• Military Systems Modeling and Simulation
• Threat system analysis
• System survivability analysis
• Mission performance/effectiveness analysis

Responsibilities

• Perform modeling, simulation, and analysis to support program development, execution, and related research and development projects.
• Support lead in developing or assessing new requirements and evaluating advanced air vehicle concepts and technologies.
• Support mission engineering activities to ensure performance capabilities of new systems and architectures are traded against cost and mission requirements; develop mission relevant scenarios; assess operational effectiveness of existing and emerging systems and capabilities in the threat environment.
• Communicate across the engineering disciplines and technology areas to integrate capabilities.

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self‑directed professionals who thrive in collaborative environments.

This role can be filled at either the Engineer level or Principal Engineer level based on the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications

• Systems Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 2 years of experience OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline.
• Principal Systems Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of experience OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of experience OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 1 year of experience.
• Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity in various aspects of advanced air and space assets and associated technologies to include:
  • Low Observables
  • Electronic Warfare
  • Radar Modeling/Analysis
  • RF/IR/EO/Acoustic Modeling/Analysis
  • Survivability Analysis
  • Countermeasures
  • Operations
  • Sensor Payloads
  • Ground Station
• Ability to work both independent and in a team in a fast‑paced environment, and brief technical approach and status to senior management.
• Familiarity with Linux and/or Unix‑based development.
• Knowledge of domain‑specific radar principles, including signal processing, target acquisition, target tracking, resource management, discrimination, and battle manager interfaces.
• Experience related to air vehicle sensors (RF, EO/IR, radar, ESM, SAR, etc.), data processing/fusion, data links, navigation, or vehicle control.
• Experience in MATLAB, Python, C#, or C/C++ or other advanced programming languages.
• Familiarity in USAF modeling and simulation tools such as AFSIM, Suppressor, ESAMS, STK or other engagement or mission‑level models.

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $137,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $171,000.00

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 reward individual contributions and 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.

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.