Principal Space Systems Engineer - TS SCI Poly

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Company paid holidays

Life & disability insurance

Savings plan

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Space Network / Communications Systems Engineer to work onsite at Schriever SFB, near Colorado Springs, CO, for the Front Range Operations and Sustainment Team (FROST) program.

You will liaison with NRO and SCN, support on-orbit operations, and provide an interface to the Satellite Control Network. Expect collaboration across stakeholders and a strong systems engineering focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years' experience OR a master's degree with 3 years' experience OR a high school diploma/equivalent with 9 years' experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Systems Engineering experience and understanding of systems engineering principles and processes.
• Familiar with Agile development; experience with satellite operations or similar systems.
• Top Secret SCI with CI Polygraph clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Work with Space Systems and satellite systems engineering leadership to develop systems requirements and provide engineering solutions.
• End-to-end system development and integration activities.
• Assist developing plans and tasks for program execution.
• Modernize space and ground system architectures; troubleshoot and resolve software issues.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Agile development

Satellite operations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree

High School diploma / Equivalent with extensive experience

Tools

Linux

Windows servers/clients

Oracle/SQL Databases

Virtualized environments

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Polygraph

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Space Network / Communications Systems Engineer to work onsite at Schriever SFB, near Colorado Springs, CO for our Front Range Operations and Sustainment Team (FROST) program.

We Liaison with the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and Satellite Control Network (SCN)to support our Front Range Operations and Sustainment Team (FROST) program, and to provide satellite support services to our mission critical customer. FROST conducts real time on-orbit support, launch ascent support and End-of-Life operations for all NOPS (NRO Operations Squadron) missions. On FROST we collect performance data on launches for the NRO, Department of Defense (DOD), NASA, and commercial industries. You will provide the NRO with a single operational and engineering interface to the Satellite Control Network (SCN).

Responsibilities

• Work with Space Systems and satellite systems Engineering Leadership developing systems requirements and provide systems engineering solutions.
• End-to-end system
• Assist developing plans and tasks
• Modernize space and ground system
• Troubleshooting and resolution of software issues, Support risk management processes and methods
• Develop documents and briefings to communicate work status, briefs to government as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years' experience OR a master's degree with 3 years' experience OR a High School diploma / Equivalent with 9 years' experience may be considered in Lieu of degree
• Systems Engineering experience
• Understanding of systems engineering principles and processes
• Familiar with Agile development
• Familiar with satellite operations or other similar systems
• Top Secret SCI with a CI Polygraph

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Server System Administration and troubleshooting analysis in some or all the following platforms: Linux, Windows servers/clients, and Oracle/SQL Databases
• Effectively communicate and present to project and program management, other technical managers and customers
• Ability to interface with multiple stakeholders from a variety of organizations (internally and externally) in support of requirements development
• Solid technical foundation in Systems Engineering processes
• Experience with Systems Integration and System/Software Testing, including virtualized environments
• Working knowledge of system design and overall integration into an operational environment
• Detailed knowledge of Windows and Unix environments
• Security + or another DoD 8570 approved certification

Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

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.

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