Staff Systems Engineer - Modeling / Simulation & Analysis (MS&A) - 18319

Northrop Grumman; Roy (UT); On-site; USD 169,000 - 253,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Li

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Systems Modeling / Simulation & Analysis Engineer (MS&A) to lead physics-based predictive modeling and simulation efforts. Location options include Huntsville, AL or Roy, UT, with relocation assistance possible.

The ideal candidate will drive validation, data analysis, and executive-level communication, while mentoring a multidisciplinary team and applying Agile practices. Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Requires a STEM bachelor with extensive related experience; and advanced degrees as noted.
• Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or eligible; ability to obtain Top Secret/SAP.
• Proven physics-based modeling and simulation experience with hands-on coding.
• Proficiency in Python, C++/C#, SQL, MATLAB, or R with multiple years of hands-on work.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and integration of physics-based predictive models and simulation frameworks for cruise-missile accuracy.
• Validate and verify accuracy error models using test data; produce technical reports.
• Perform post-flight estimation and present findings to executives.
• Interface with external partner teams to ensure timely data delivery for schedules.
• Develop and trace requirements for tools; manage change requests and ERB processes.
• Provide Earned Value Management reporting and schedule variance analysis.
• Mentor multidisciplinary engineering staff and promote collaboration.
• Apply Agile practices using Jira/Confluence to manage tasks and deliverables.
• Maintain a secure lab environment for classified work in compliance with DoD requirements.
• Advise leadership on mission-effectiveness trade-studies and architecture options.

Skills

Python

C++/C#

Mathematical modeling

Scripting

R & MATLAB

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Master of Science

PhD

Tools

Jira

Confluence

SQL

MATLAB

R

Job description

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 to 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.

Position Title

Staff Systems Modeling / Simulation & Analysis Engineer (MS&A)

Location

Huntsville, Alabama or Roy, Utah.

Relocation Assistance

This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a team player; but also a strong independent contributor with strong leadership skills, demonstrated problem‑solving skills, excellent communication skills, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills and a proactive, detail‑oriented approach.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead development and integration of physics‑based predictive models and simulation frameworks for cruise‑missile accuracy performance
• Conduct maturation, validation, and verification of accuracy error models using ground‑ and flight‑test data
• Perform post‑flight estimation and analysis of missile accuracy, producing technical reports and executive‑level presentations
• Interface with external partner teams to ensure timely delivery of analysis data required for CDRLs and support the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
• Develop and trace requirements for modeling, simulation, and analysis tools; manage change‑request and Engineering Review Board (ERB) processes
• Provide Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting and schedule variance analysis for MS&A activities
• Mentor and coordinate a multidisciplinary engineering team, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Implement agile development practices using Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) to manage tasks and deliverables
• Establish and maintain a secure laboratory environment for classified work, ensuring compliance with DoD security requirements
• Advise senior leadership and customers on mission‑effectiveness trade‑studies and recommend alternative architecture solutions

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline and 12 years of related experience; 10 years of experience with a Master of Science degree; 8 years of experience with a PhD
• Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance at the time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Demonstrated experience with physics‑based mathematical modeling and simulation
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, C++/C#, SQL, MATLAB, R) with at least five years of hands‑on experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance
• Outstanding skills in building rapport and interfacing with external team partners and customers
• Proactive self‑starter capable of identifying process gaps and implementing effective solutions
• Experience developing and tracing complex requirements, managing change requests, and participating in Engineering Review Board processes
• Hands‑on experience with Earned Value Management, Integrated Master Schedule reporting, and agile methodologies using Jira/Confluence

Position Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

https://www.northropgrumman.com/who-we-are/total-rewards-benefits/

Schedule

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine‑hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Salary

Primary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00. 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.

Contingency

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Eligibility

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

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.