Systems Engineer - 4 – Global Level II (25-516) - R10217777

Northrop Grumman

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 129,300 - 193,900

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Training and Development

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

A leading defense and aerospace company is seeking a Sr. Principal Engineer Systems for a pivotal role in Colorado Springs. This position involves troubleshooting complex systems and ensuring operational excellence within an Agile team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field, significant relevant experience, and an active security clearance. The role offers no relocation assistance and requires on-site presence only. The company provides a robust benefits package including health plans and educational assistance.

Qualifications

8 years of experience in Systems Engineering or related field.
Must have an active TS/SCI/SAP security clearance.
Willingness to travel up to 10% for business needs.

Responsibilities

Lead or participate in system troubleshooting and maintenance responsibilities.
Provide Level 2 troubleshooting and break/fix solutions.
Plan and manage individual projects with minimal supervision.

Skills

Windows Domain Controllers

PKI infrastructure

Red Hat server administration

Automated Patch Management

Virtualization technologies

Ansible

Bash

PowerShell

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM field

Master's Degree in Systems Engineering

DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II

Job description

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Sr. Principal Engineer Systems – Global Level II Systems Engineer (25‑516) to join our team of talented and diverse professionals. Based at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels. This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on‑site work with no remote options.

Position Overview

At C2BMC, our teams are dedicated to developing and delivering innovative solutions to address our customers' most complex challenges, including cyber‑resilient mission systems, in an Agile environment. This position is based at Schriever AFB (Task Order 60 and Task Order 3). The successful candidate will diagnose, mitigate, and troubleshoot issues and contribute as part of an on‑site team providing 24x7 support for globally dispersed C2BMC application suites operating across various time zones. At C2BMC, we believe enabling our team's visionary thinking unlocks endless possibilities for innovation. Join us and become an integral part of the C2BMC team.

Essential Functions

Will lead or participate in system troubleshooting, problem resolution, and maintenance, including on‑site and remote telephonic support
Will serve as a subject matter expert for C2BMC applications, providing Level 2 troubleshooting, break/fix solutions, and preventive maintenance support, with regular interaction with remote C2BMC sites and varying levels of leadership within the C2BMC Command Center
Must be a proactive problem solver, capable of planning, coordinating, directing, and managing individual projects with minimal supervision
Our Level 2 Systems Engineers are empowered to think innovatively, from automating system provisioning to enhancing enterprise monitoring
Position usually is Mon‑Fri: Potential surges may require on‑call, evenings, and weekends support during system anomalies and/or tests
Performs other related duties and assignments as required

Basic Qualifications

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

A Bachelor’s Degree in STEM Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university is preferred, along with 8 years of experience; or a Master’s degree (preferred) in a STEM‑related field with 6 years of relevant work experience; or a PhD in a related STEM discipline with 4 years of relevant work experience
Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CCNA‑Security, CySA+, CND, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA, etc.) at the time of application. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period.
Applicants must have a current, active in‑scope DoD‑issued TS/SCI/SAP security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
Willingness to travel up to 10% for business needs
Must also possess an active Computing Environment (CE) certification
Proven experience with:

Windows Domain Controllers
PKI infrastructure
Certificate management on Windows Domain Controllers is essential

Experience with Red Hat or other Linux‑based server administration is required
Automated Patch Management for both Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux is required
Must be highly skilled in system administration, monitoring, application management, and automation to ensure efficient system delivery, optimal performance, uptime, and a robust cybersecurity posture
Possess strong knowledge and practical experience directing the assessment and development of:

Tactics
Techniques
Procedures (TTPs) and Operating Instructions (OIs) required to administer, operate, and manage services within C2BMC operational environments

Prior experience with virtualization and storage technologies, such as Nutanix or VMware products, and with automation using tools like Ansible, Bash, Perl, and PowerShell

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering is highly preferred
Certification: INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
Certification: Object Management Group Certified Systems Modeling Professional – Model Builder Fundamental (OCSMP – MBF)
Data mining and analysis
Database Administration
Endpoint Management Products
Familiarity with IBM DataPower products, particularly in troubleshooting certificates on DataPower proxies

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both employees and the company’s success. The benefits available at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and those of your family. Your benefits will include the following:

Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements

https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx

Additional Northrop Grumman Information

Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 – $193,900.00
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 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.

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