Space Systems Principal Engineer | TS Clearance | Lead Architect

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 136,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. in Rolling Meadows, IL, seeks a Sr Principal Systems Engineer to lead SEIT, modeling, and integration efforts for space systems.

The role involves building and refining model-based engineering products, performing risk assessments, and presenting technical analyses to customers and stakeholders. The position requires a TS clearance, up to 10% travel, and a background in signal processing, MATLAB/Python, and MBSE practices.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical/Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Experience in signal processing and algorithm development.
• Proficiency in MATLAB or Python OOP.

Responsibilities

• Lead system design tasks and cost accounting management.
• Develop physics-based models and mission-level simulations.
• Create and update DOORS requirements and traceability.
• Prepare technical memos, proposals, and design reviews.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Signal processing

Real-time systems

Agile development

Education

BS in Electrical/Aerospace Engineering or related

MS in Electrical/Aerospace Engineering or related

Tools

DOORS

ClearCase

ClearQuest

Robot Framework

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. in Rolling Meadows, IL, seeks a Sr Principal Systems Engineer to lead SEIT, modeling, and integration efforts for space systems.

The role involves building and refining model-based engineering products, performing risk assessments, and presenting technical analyses to customers and stakeholders. The position requires a TS clearance, up to 10% travel, and a background in signal processing, MATLAB/Python, and MBSE practices.