Staff Systems Architect Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus eligibility

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Melbourne, FL, on-site, seeks a Staff Systems Architect Engineer to manage strategic planning and systems engineering for large programs. The role requires Secret clearance and collaboration across hardware and software IPTs, with emphasis on MBSE and model-based approaches.

The position offers relocation assistance, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. Start dates are contingent on funding and program needs, with 25% travel expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of science in STEM with 12 years of related experience OR Master of Science in STEM with 10 years of related experience or PhD in STEM with 8 years of related experience.
• Ability to transfer and maintain final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance (in-scope or Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es).
• Experience in systems engineering with exposure to hardware, software, and integrated architecture (MBSE/SysML).
• Experience on large-scale, complex system development across phases: preliminary design, detailed design, integration/test, verification, transition to production.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the overarching Strategic IFC Plan for each product line.
• Translate the strategic vision into IFC plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Align hardware and software IPTs with IFC milestones.
• Collaborate with program IPT counterparts to develop rigorous systems engineering artifacts.
• Oversee evolution of the IFC plan across architecture, hardware, and software design phases.
• Lead certification activities and deliver system certificate packages for tests.

Skills

MBSE

SysML

Systems engineering

Stakeholder comms

Model-based analysis

Lean-Agile

Education

Bachelor of science in STEM

Tools

DoDAF

MIL-STD-499

ACAT processes

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Systems Architect Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on site in Melbourne, Florida.

Strategic Planning

• Develop and maintain the overarching Strategic IFC Plan for each product line.
• Translate the strategic vision into detailed IFC plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Align the work of hardware and software IPTs with the IFC schedule and milestones.
• Collaborate with program IPT counterparts to develop rigorous and proper systems engineering and design artifacts.
• Work with technical teams and stakeholders to develop and mature WS design of a large program.
• Oversee the evolution of the IFC plan through architecture, hardware, and software design phases.
• Manage functional activities such as testing, quality assurance, logistics support, and readiness for ground‑and‑flight-test phases.
• Lead the IFC effort to certification, confirming that the integrated product set satisfies functional and performance requirements.
• Compile and deliver the IFC system certificate package for ground test, flight test, developmental/operational test, and evaluation.
• Systems Engineering Leadership
• Expand technical breadth across a diverse portfolio of mission threads.
• Drive the transition from traditional systems engineering rigor to lean‑agile, model‑based processes.

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‑directed professionals who thrive in collaborative environments.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline with 12 years of related experience OR Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of related experience or a PhD in a STEM discipline and 8 years of related 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.
• Experience in systems engineering, with exposure to hardware, software, and integrated architecture, inclusive of engineering frameworks (MBSE, SysML)
• Experience on large scale / complex system development experience across multiple phases of a development program: preliminary design, detailed design, integration and test, verification and sell off, transition to production.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven record delivering integrated weapon‑system capabilities (e.g., missiles, directed‑energy, unmanned platforms)
• Experience resolving issues and providing technical support
• Experience coordinating with multi‑cross functional teams to create cohesive system engineering products
• Familiarity with DoDAF, MIL-STD-499, ACAT acquisition processes
• Experience in model‑based analysis, trade studies, and performance‑modeling tools
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Experience in presenting complex technical concepts to senior military and industry stakeholders
• Experience with SE events (e.g., PDR, CDR)
• Familiarity with lean‑agile and model‑based engineering frameworks.
• Prior experience operating in a dynamic environment of increasing pace

Salary

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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.