Systems Engineer - Level 3 or 4 (AHT)

Northrop Grumman; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman, Space Systems Sector in Redondo Beach, CA, seeks a Systems Engineer at Level 3 or Level 4 to join our team. This role may be filled as Principal Systems Engineer (L3) or Sr. Principal Systems Engineer (L4).

Responsibilities span requirements, verification, interfaces, architecture, MBSE, DOORS, and collaboration with Space Vehicle Systems Engineering and stakeholders. Relocation or clearances may apply; travel up to 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 5+ years engineering experience OR
• Master's degree in STEM with 3+ years engineering experience OR
• PhD in STEM with 1+ year engineering experience
• U.S. Citizen with active SCI access (SSBI within 5 years) or Top Secret clearance with SCI access and ability to obtain/maintain SCI access

Responsibilities

• Work scope covers a range of Systems Engineering disciplines and products including requirements & verification, interfaces, architecture, CAMEO, Model Based Systems Engineering, DOORS administration, and design
• Support development of verification planning/products, test requirements, and other key products
• Assist preparation and execution of milestones
• Role entails collaboration with Space Vehicle Systems Engineering and engagement with multiple working groups and control boards
• Specifics can be tailored based on skillset and experience

Skills

Systems Engineering

Spacecraft experience

Communication

Education

B.S./Bachelors in STEM

M.S. in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Cameo Enterprise Architect

SysML modeling

DOORS

Job description

• Prior spacecraft project experience

Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

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’s Space Systems Sector is seeking a Systems Engineer - Level 3 or 4 to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA. This role can be filled at either Level 3 Principal Systems Engineer or Level 4 Sr. Principal Systems Engineer.

• Please be aware that this position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding. Additionally, this position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.*

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work scope covers a range of Systems Engineering disciplines and products including requirements & verification, interfaces, architecture, CAMEO, Model Based Systems Engineering, DOORS administration, and design
• Support development of verification planning/products, test requirements, and other key products
• Assist preparation and execution of milestones
• Role entails collaboration with Space Vehicle Systems Engineering as well as engagement with multiple working groups, key stakeholders, and control boards
• Specifics of responsibilities can be tailored based on the skillset and specific experience of the selected candidate

Basic Qualifications For Principal Systems Engineer - Level 3

• Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 5+ years of engineering experience OR
• Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 3+ years of engineering experience OR
• PhD in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 1+ year(s) of engineering experience
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and have active SCI access at time of application with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years and prior to start date OR
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and have an active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) at time of application with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years and prior to start date as well as the ability to obtain and maintain active SCI access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to the candidate's maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

Basic Qualifications For Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - Level 4

• Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 8+ years of engineering experience OR
• Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 6+ years of engineering experience OR
• PhD in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 4+ years of engineering experience
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and have active SCI access at time of application with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years and prior to start date OR
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and have an active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) at time of application with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years and prior to start date as well as the ability to obtain and maintain active SCI access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to the candidate's maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding and experience with Model Based Systems Engineering, Cameo Enterprise Architect, and SysML modeling (or equivalent)
• Systems Engineering fundamentals
• Prior spacecraft project experience
• DOORS knowledge & proficiency
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) clearance along with active SCI access at time of application and prior to start date
• Please be aware that this position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding. Additionally, this position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future. Furthermore, this role can be filled at either Level 3 Principal Systems Engineer or Level 4 Sr. Principal Systems Engineer.*

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site: Northrop Grumman Total Rewards

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Schedules: for example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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.