Space Mission Architect & Systems Engineer Lead

Northrop Grumman; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Chantilly, VA is seeking an experienced Mission Architect to join the Space Superiority Division. You will lead spacecraft and mission design, analyze operations, and coordinate across propulsion, guidance, and ground segments to enable advanced space missions.

The role emphasizes integration, system engineering, and translating complex concepts into clear program deliverables while supporting tests, launch prep, and mission execution in a fast-paced, on-site

Qualifications

• Requires active SCI clearance.
• Experience in space or ground systems.
• Experience in system architecture, CONOPs, mission engineering.
• Ability to work cross‑disciplinary with multiple engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop spacecraft and mission architectures, CONOPs, and operational scenarios.
• Perform mission analyses and trade studies.
• Define interfaces and ensure integration across subsystems.
• Support mission readiness reviews and customer briefings.

Skills

Systems engineering

CONOPS development

Mission analysis

Cross‑functional teaming

Education

Bachelor’s degree; 5+ years exp

Master’s degree; 3+ years exp

Tools

Cameo

STK

Matlab

Python

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Chantilly, VA is seeking an experienced Mission Architect to join the Space Superiority Division. You will lead spacecraft and mission design, analyze operations, and coordinate across propulsion, guidance, and ground segments to enable advanced space missions.

The role emphasizes integration, system engineering, and translating complex concepts into clear program deliverables while supporting tests, launch prep, and mission execution in a fast-paced, on-site