Northrop Grumman

Engineer / Principal Engineer Systems Architect

Northrop Grumman$79K — $118K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM with 2-5 years relevant experience or advanced degree with lesser experience.
  • Active DoD Secret clearance or higher with a recent background check.
  • Ability to maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
  • Knowledge of model-based systems engineering products.
  • Experience with Atlassian Tool Suite for project management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the maturation of thread capabilities for manned aircraft missions.
  • Conduct functional analysis and apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) processes.
  • Collaborate with subsystem developers and engineers for design product delivery.
  • Develop detailed planning for Thread Capability and define acceptance criteria.
  • Support the creation of integration plans and procedures with a focus on technical synchrony.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Variety of health insurance options including life and disability coverage.
  • Standard savings plan offerings.
  • Paid holidays and paid time off for personal or vacation needs.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems has an opening for a Systems Architect (Engineer or Principal Engineer) join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on-site in Melbourne, Florida.

This position will support the maturation of thread capabilities for a manned aircraft mission. The System Architect will work as a Thread Lead to mature the capabilities through functional analysis and Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) processes to deliver just-in-time design and optimize the development schedule for incremental capability development and early integration.  This individual will collaborate with several stakeholders (subsystem developers, system integrators, system testers, system requirements engineers) to support delivery of quality design products, lead Thread Capability detailed planning (and define acceptance criteria), and manage tracking of the development schedule. This individual will also support development of thread integration plans and procedures and maintain technical cognizance of subsystem interdependencies and maturity of ICD’s for identifying and resolving gaps. This individual will incorporate cross-IPT feedback to support the development and Integrated Functional Capability (IFC) approval of the following products:

  • Models of interface input/output, including messages, fields and signals, between subsystems to provide specification of end-to-end system capabilities for developers
  • Integration procedures
  • Development schedules
  • Models of software-to-hardware deployment and interface protocols
  • Mapping between requirements and design

Basic Qualifications (Engineer):

  • Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline AND 2 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 0 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 0 years of related professional/military experience.
  • Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment.
  • Must have knowledge of developing model-based systems engineering products.
  • Must have knowledge of Atlassian Tool Suite.

Basic Qualifications (Principal):

  • Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 3 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 1 year of related professional/military experience.
  • Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment.
  • Must have experience with Atlassian Tool Suite.
  • Must have experience developing model-based systems engineering products.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MS, PhD Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
  • Strong technical written and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated strong technical writing & interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate and present technical material to various stakeholders.
  • Experience with embedded software development.
  • Experience in integrating complex system across multiple domains.
  • Experience demonstrating concepts to management and customers.
  • Understanding of SAFe Principles and Implementation.

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

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.

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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