RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
DescriptionNorthrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for a Modeling and Simulation Engineer 6 Level 2 or 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in Huntsville, AL.
Position Overview:
The selected Modeling and Simulation Engineer will support the Ground Weapons System (GWS) program as an individual contributor on the System Performance and Analysis - Data Analysis and Tools Team. This role is responsible for providing technical contributions and guidance to modeling and simulation products that directly support the design and development of the GWS capability on behalf of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).
Seeking candidates who find satisfaction in working on challenging and diverse assignments in collaborative settings across all levels.
This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.
This requisition may be filled at either a Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer 6 Level 2 or a Principal Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer 6 Level 3.
Basic Qualifications:
- Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer 6 Level 2: Bachelors Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience, or a Masters Degree and 0-2 years of related experience.
- Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer 6 Level 3: Bachelors Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Masters Degree and 3 years of related experience, or a PhD and 1 year of related experience.
- Experience with the Atlassian tool suite and software version control tools such as Git and Bitbucket
- The ability to neutrally assess and decompose open-ended technical problems into action plans with defined success criteria
- Experience developing modeling and simulation software or debugging complex software systems
- Experience with languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C++
- Must be able to support an in-person / closed-area work environment
- Applicants must have a current active in-scope US Government issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting missile defense programs such as GWS
- Experience performing root cause analysis (on software systems) or forensic software analysis
- Experience working with data structures, developing trade studies, or performing performance assessments
- Active Security+ certification
Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00
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 candidates 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.
