RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
DescriptionNorthrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an
Fulgurite Sr. Principal Systems Engineer. This position is located in
Roy, Utah.This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
What You'll Get To Do:The Flight Systems Futures operating unit within Strategic Deterrent Systems is seeking highly motivated talent to join a team at the forefront of next-generation hypersonic capabilities. Our team focuses on the design, development, and demonstration of hypersonic re-entry vehicles and advanced payloads, with an emphasis on rapid development and prototyping aligned to specific customer missions. We operate in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where innovative concepts are matured quickly into credible, testable solutions that address our nation's most demanding strategic deterrence needs.
This role will have the following responsibilities:- Contribute to the definition and evolution of system architecture using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., IBM Rhapsody, Cameo Systems Modeler).
- Generate, allocate, and trace requirements across the system hierarchy; develop verification methodologies that meet NG and DoD standards.
- Author requirement sets and produce Interface Control Documents (ICDs) that precisely define internal and external system interfaces.
- Create and coordinate customer deliverables (technical reports, trade studies, compliance matrices) for program reviews and external stakeholders.
- Participate in lab based demonstrations and hardware in the loop (HIL) testing to validate system behavior against requirements.
- Lead cross functional reviews (design, trade, verification) and ensure compliance with engineering processes (CMMI, DO178C, MISRAC, NQA1).
- Mentor junior engineers and foster best practices in requirements management, verification planning, and MBSE modeling.
Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Systems, Software, or related STEM degree field with 8 years of experience; or 6 years experience with a Master's (MS) degree; or 4 years experience with a STEM PhD
- Must be a US Citizen with a current/active US Government Top Secret clearance at time of application, current and within scope, renewed or initiated within the last 6 years.
- Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
- 3+ years experience to include full lifecycle work (concept, development, verification, sustainment), SysML based MBSE tools (IBM Rhapsody, Cameo, SysML v2) and the ability to develop and maintain system models.
- 3+ experience in writing, managing, and tracing complex requirements (e.g., using DOORS, Jama, or Polarion), defining verification plans, test procedures, executing system level verification activities, and creating and governing ICDs for hardware, software, and external system interfaces.
- Strong written and verbal communication; ability to produce clear technical documentation and present to senior leadership and customers.
Preferred Qualifications: - Hands on experience conducting lab based hardware demonstrations and integrating system models with test rigs.
- Direct exposure to Nuclear Surety and Nuclear Safety systems (e.g., NQA1, DOE safety standards).
- Familiarity with model based test generation and automated test frameworks.
- Familiarity with Northrop Grumman engineering standards (CMMI, DO178C, MILSTD498, NQA1) and safety critical development practices.
- Basic proficiency in Python or MATLAB for data analysis and test automation (not a primary development role).
- Professional certifications (e.g., INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional, Certified MBSE
Position Benefits:As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
This positions 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.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00
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.
