Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Systems-Active Secret Required

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K matching

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Project Engineer 3/4 to support our Systems Engineering organization. This role requires a U.S. government Secret clearance and offers opportunities to lead Change Integration across complex programs.

The position involves requirement analysis, technical reviews, and collaboration with internal and external customers. Relocation and travel are possible; a flexible work environment is offered to advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Science degree in STEM with 5 years of related engineering experience OR Master’s Degree in STEM with 3 years of related experience.
• Formal training in Program/Program Management including Baseline Management, Program Change, Change Integration, Risk and Opportunity Management, and Risk Management Analysis.
• Must be able to provide support until 4pm EST; overtime, odd shifts, and weekend work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Apply Change Integration and management principles to complex problems.
• Provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex problems.
• Support chief engineers in defect analysis and path forwards.
• Contribute to Change Proposal Development and Risk Management and Opportunity analysis.
• Represent the organization in working with internal and external customers on projects.

Skills

Change Integration

Leadership

Risk Management

Technical Solutions

Education

Bachelor’s in STEM

Master’s in STEM

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking for a Principal/Sr Principal Project Engineer 3/4 to support our Systems Engineering organization in Melbourne, FL. Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation and program access is granted.

Essential Functions

• Complete understanding and wide application of Change Integration and management principles, theories, and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines.
• Displays Technical and program review board leadership. Provides technical solutions to a wide range of complex difficult problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives.
• Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Supports chief engineers in defect analysis and path forwards
• Contributes to the completion of Change Proposal Development and Risk Management and Opportunity analysis.
• Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

This role will be filled at either a Systems Engineer 3 or 4 based on the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications Level 3

• Bachelor’s of Science degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) from an accredited university with 5 years of related engineering experience OR Master’s Degree in STEM from an accredited university with 3 years of related experience
• Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance or Higher (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
• Formal training or basic knowledge and experience in Program/Program Management including Baseline Management, Program Change, Change Integration, Risk and Opportunity Management, and Risk Management Analysis.
• Must be able to provide support until 4pm EST.
• Overtime, odd shifts, and weekend work will occasionally be required.

Basic Qualifications Level 4

• Bachelor’s of Science degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) from an accredited university with 8 years of related engineering experience OR Master’s Degree in STEM from an accredited university with 6 years of related experience
• Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance or Higher (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
• Formal training or basic knowledge and experience in Program/Program Management including Baseline Management, Program Change, Change Integration, Risk and Opportunity Management, and Risk Management Analysis.
• Must be able to provide support until 4pm EST.
• Overtime, odd shifts, and weekend work will occasionally be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics)
• Active, In-scope DoD Top Secret or SCI clearance.
• 3- 5 years Program/Project management experience including Change Management, Risk and Opportunity Management, Change Proposal processes.
• Advanced use and/or application of technical principles, theories, and concepts.
• Demonstrates the skill and ability to perform complex professional tasks.
• Develops recommended solutions to advanced technical problems as assigned.
• Proven experience in one or more of the following: Aircraft Design, Aircraft Avionics & Electrical Systems, and Aircraft Testing
• Excellent communication, analysis and problem-solving skills and Strong interpersonal skills.
• Systems/Model Based Systems Engineering academic or work-related experience.
• Strong understanding of common SE processes and procedures.
• System Design behavior analysis academic or work-related experience.
• Provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex difficult problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives.
• Significant experience in the developmental/operational test maintenance environment.
• Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.
• Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project.

What We Offer

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare and a great 401K matching program!

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Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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.