Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - (Space/Satellite) Top Secret

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 137,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Systems Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves critical responsibilities in systems analysis, engineering baseline management, and technical oversight within a multi-disciplined engineering environment. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise to lead space vehicle design and ensure mission success while mentoring junior staff. This position offers the chance to work on groundbreaking projects that shape the future of space systems. If you are passionate about technology and eager to contribute to impactful solutions, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Diverse Workforce Commitment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in engineering or 6 years with a Master's degree.
• Must possess an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the space segment technical team and lead space vehicle design.
• Troubleshoot complex problems and develop solutions for mission success.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Integration of Complex Systems

Technical Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering, Physics, or related STEM Degree

Master’s Degree in related field

Tools

MATLAB

STK

CORE

DOORS

CAMEO

Job description

Requisition ID: R10189212

• Category: Engineering

• Location: Dulles, Virginia, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Top Secret

• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

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. 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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector, Tactical Space Systems Division, seeks a qualified Systems Engineer. This Systems Engineering role is a member of the space segment technical team, which includes the following duties: systems analysis and trades, coordinating space segment engineering activities, engineering baseline management, interface management, requirements/V&V management, integration & test campaign development and execution, subcontractor technical oversight, CAM/EVMS duties, preparing/presenting SE material at all major reviews and PMRs. This position is located in Dulles, VA. This position requires being onsite and does not support remote or hybrid work.

The responsibilities include both individual-contributor and leadership roles within a multi-disciplined engineering team. The successful candidate will also be called upon to support other activities, including architecture studies, mission support, and traditional Systems Engineering functions. In this role, the Systems Engineer is expected to be self-directed using previous experience to design, analyze, and execute efforts. Candidates must be able to recognize and mitigate space segment technical issues and risks while operating within budget and on schedule.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide significant support to the entire space segment technical team.

• Lead and optimize space vehicle design, processing, and mission success.

• Troubleshoot and develop solutions to complex problems that the program may encounter.

• Develop, author and/or provide input to major program data products and other deliverables.

• Technical management of program elements.

• Plan and conduct technical reviews and technical baseline.

• Write status and technical performance reviews and reports.

• Mentor, coach, train, guide, direct, and advise junior staff.

• Able to recognize and mitigate technical issues and risks while operating within budget and on schedule.

• The candidate will work with cross-discipline team members and must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse community of engineers and managers to achieve the goals of the program team.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Physics, or related STEM Degree with 8 years of experience in a related engineering field such as mechanical, electrical, aerospace and/or operations or a Master’s Degree and 6 years of applicable experience.

• Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application.

• Technical experience in systems engineering and integration of complex systems, including space systems development, manufacture, test, or operations, including previous technical or project leadership positions.

• Understanding of spacecraft detailed design, integration & test.

• Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active or current TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance.

• Experience in system architecture & CONOPs development.

• Experience with Integration & Test of spacecraft systems.

• Experience with various technical tools such as MATLAB, STK, CORE, DOORS, or CAMEO.

• Experience and/or training in Earned Value Management Systems.

Salary Range: $137,400 - $206,000

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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.