Staff Engineer Systems Architect

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 152,900 - 229,300; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Staff Engineer Systems Architect in Melbourne, FL. This role focuses on defining system architectures, MBSE, and model-based development, with requirements allocation and interface studies to meet customer needs.

The candidate should have strong experience in SysML, MBSE, use cases, and Cameo, and must hold or be eligible for U.S. Secret clearance. The position offers a 9/80 schedule and exposure to diverse programs.

Qualifications

• Must have a BS in a STEM discipline with 12 years of related experience, or an MS with 10 years, or a PhD with 8 years.
• Ability to transfer and maintain final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance and program access as required.
• Experience with SysML, MBSE Frameworks, Use cases, and/or Sequence diagrams using MBSE tools such as Cameo.

Responsibilities

• Define system architectures.
• Architecture, CONOPS, and use-case development using MBSE methodologies.
• Perform functional and timeline analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition.
• Execute trade studies to select among multiple solutions.
• Perform Systems Requirements analysis.
• Manage requirements including decomposition, allocation, verification, and validation.

Skills

SysML

MBSE

Use cases

Sequence diagrams

Cameo

MBSE tools

Education

BS in STEM +12 yrs

MS in STEM +10 yrs

STEM PhD +8 yrs

Tools

Cameo

JIRA/Confluence

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they’re making history.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Staff Engineer Systems Architect to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Systems Engineering organization. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.

Key Responsibilities

• Define system architectures
• Architecture, CONOPS, and use case development using model-based systems engineering methodologies
• Perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
• Execution of trade studies to select from among multiple potential solutions
• Perform Systems Requirements analysis
• Management of requirements, include decomposition, allocation, verification, and validation

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline AND 12 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 10 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 8 year of related professional/military experience.
• Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company
• Must have experience with SysML, MBSE Frameworks, Use cases, AND/OR Sequence diagram definition using MBSE tools such as Cameo.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on special programs
• Experience with generating SysML Diagrams, tables, and documentation using Cameo.
• Experience with modeling UCI/OMS Services and interfaces.
• Experience with modeling Cloud Native software Architectures.
• Knowledge and experience with the definition of OMS - Open Mission System Architecture Specification and UCI - Universal Command and Control Interface
• System Engineering experience specifically detailing Computer Software Component (CSC) to CSC interaction
• Knowledge of ground system operations
• JIRA/Confluence experience
• Experience with HMI, Mission Displays, and Ground Systems

Primary Level Salary Range: $152,900.00 - $229,300.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.