RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
DescriptionWhat You'll Get To Do: Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a
Fulgurite Staff Systems Engineer in
Roy, Utah to work a restricted effort as part of the flight systems futures operating unit. This group focuses on technologies for advancing current systems, Sentinel, and beyond. We focus on advanced payloads and hypersonic re-entry vehicle.
This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
This role will have the following responsibilities: - Contribute to the definition and evolution of system architecture using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools.
- 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 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) with 12 years of experience; or Master's degree with 10 years of experience; or PhD with 8 years of experience
- US Citizenship with an active US Government Top Secret Clearance, at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years.
- 7+ years of experience in systems engineering for mission critical or defense work with an emphasis in hardware or software.
- 7+ years experience in full lifecycle work (concept, development, verification, sustainment).
- 5+ years experience with MBSE tools (Rhapsody, Cameo, SysML, etc) and the ability to develop and maintain system models.
- 5+ years experience in writing, managing, and tracing complex requirements (e.g., using DOORS).
- 5+ years experience defining verification plans, test procedures, and executing system level verification activities.
- Experience in creating and governing Interface Control Documents (ICD) for hardware, software, and external system interfaces.
- Experience with common 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).
- Strong written and verbal communication; ability to produce clear technical documentation and present to senior leadership and customers.
Preferred Qualifications: - 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).
- Experience with Safety Critical standards such as DO254, IEC.61508, or MILSTD882.
- Familiarity with model based test generation and automated test frameworks.
- 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: $152,900.00 - $229,300.00
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.
