Senior Computer Systems Architect – DevSecOps & MBSE Lead

Northrop Grumman; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Principal Computer Systems Architect in San Diego, CA to lead end-to-end system architectures using Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps and Agile practices. The role emphasizes collaboration, automation, and continuous learning in a fast-paced defense environment.

Qualified candidates will have a strong background in Linux systems, scripting, and open-source/enterprise tooling, with DoD Secret clearance and the ability to travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or related discipline; 5 years of experience, or 3 years with a Masters, or 1 year with STEM PhD, plus another 4 years in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with engineers and technicians in a lab environment.
• Advise on integration of new emerging industry technologies to the program’s systems.
• Implement engineering changes to the system as required.
• Review, analyze, and incorporate technical requirements into end-to-end system architectures.
• Responsible for completing the network configurations and coordinating with peers, SMEs, and government engineers.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Skills

Linux systems

Splunk

Scripting

STIGs/DNS

10% travel

US Citizenship

DoD Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/engineering

Tools

Docker

OpenShift

Kubernetes

VMware/KVM/Hyper-V/RH-V

Linux BIND

Job description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Principal Computer Systems Architect in San Diego, CA to lead end-to-end system architectures using Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps and Agile practices. The role emphasizes collaboration, automation, and continuous learning in a fast-paced defense environment.

Qualified candidates will have a strong background in Linux systems, scripting, and open-source/enterprise tooling, with DoD Secret clearance and the ability to travel up to 10%.