Space Systems Engineer: Fault Management & Autonomy

0909 SP - Orbital Space Systems; United States; On-site; USD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Dulles, VA is seeking a Systems Engineer to support fault management and system autonomy within Tactical Space Systems Division. The role involves requirements synthesis, verification planning, and system trades studies as part of an integrated engineering team.

The candidate will work on spacecraft subsystems, flight software, and mission operations, applying rigorous engineering methods, design reviews, and testing to ensure readiness for flight programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 2+ years experience, or a Master's degree.
• Active TS/SCI clearance at time of application.
• Experience in systems engineering for mission-critical applications.
• Experience with spacecraft systems or mission operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform traditional Systems Engineering functions including requirements synthesis and flow-down.
• Design and validate Fault Management and System Autonomy Flight Software.
• Coordinate design efforts and manage technical budgets and interfaces.
• Define concept of operations and perform system trades studies.
• Interact with program, functional, and customer leadership.
• Develop test plans and support integration and readiness.

Skills

Systems engineering

Coding/scripting

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

Master's degree in technical field

Tools

VBA

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Dulles, VA is seeking a Systems Engineer to support fault management and system autonomy within Tactical Space Systems Division. The role involves requirements synthesis, verification planning, and system trades studies as part of an integrated engineering team.

The candidate will work on spacecraft subsystems, flight software, and mission operations, applying rigorous engineering methods, design reviews, and testing to ensure readiness for flight programs.