Staff Systems Engineer - State Estimation and Target Tracking

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 169,000 - 253,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Training and Development

9/80 Schedule

Additional benefits

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineer to develop and field target tracking and sensor fusion systems for advanced RF subsystems. The role is 100% on-site in the United States, with relocation assistance and required Secret Clearance.

Willingness to travel up to 10% is expected. You will analyze data from diverse sensor modes, support lifecycle validation, and engage with customers to balance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 12+ years' experience, or advanced degree equivalence.
• Experience with multi-target tracking, adaptive processing, or sensor fusion.
• Proficiency in MATLAB or similar analysis languages and RF signal processing.
• Strong systems engineering knowledge and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, shape, and integrate sensor data across modes.
• Develop parametric representations and visualizations early in lifecycle.
• Support integration of sensor modes from simulations to labs and aircraft.
• Engage with customers to balance performance requirements.
• Maintain existing systems and implement incremental improvements.
• Ensure objectives with ICDs and related documentation.

Skills

Multi-target tracking

Sensor fusion

Adaptive processing

System engineering principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Ph.D.

Tools

MATLAB

C++

Job description

Job Overview

This Systems Engineer role focuses on the development and fielding of target tracking and sensor fusion systems for advanced multi‑function RF subsystems at Northrop Grumman.

Relocation & Travel

Relocation assistance may be available. The position requires 10% travel and 100% on‑site work. A U.S. Government Secret Clearance will be required at start, with Special Program Access to be obtained beforehand.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze, shape, and integrate data from diverse sensor modes (e.g., long‑range search, radar waveforms, electronic surveillance).
• Develop parametric representations, visualizations, and data‑driven analysis early in the system lifecycle to support sensor requirements and use‑case validation.
• Support integration of sensor modes and trackers from digital simulations to sensor labs and test aircraft.
• Engage with customers to balance functional and performance requirements for multi‑function operation.
• Maintain existing systems, perform minor adaptations, and implement incremental improvements within defined boundaries.
• Ensure performance objectives are met using existing documentation such as Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Utilize MATLAB and C++ for basic analysis and code modifications.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience, or Master’s degree with 10 years, or Ph.D. with 8 years in STEM or related fields (additional experience may substitute for a degree).
• U.S. citizenship and current/active U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access prior to start.
• Experience with multi‑target tracking, adaptive processing, or sensor fusion algorithms.
• Experience with MATLAB or equivalent programming/analysis languages.
• Experience with RF signal processing or RF applications.
• Working knowledge of systems engineering principles, processes, and effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current/active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance (or applicable).
• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in a STEM discipline with radar techniques and signal processing electives.
• Previous approval for Special Access Programs.

Benefits

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• 9/80 Work Schedule (where available)
• Additional benefits available

Salary

Primary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 – $253,600.00 (based on scope, responsibilities, experience, and market conditions). Eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and potential long‑term incentives for executive positions.

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 the complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.