Northrop Grumman

Principal /Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman$125K — $187K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • A security clearance is required prior to starting, contingent on successfully obtaining a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry with 4-7 years of related experience; relevant master's or PhD credentials are also acceptable based on experience.
  • Experience in a chemistry lab focusing on product/system analysis, development, and testing.
  • Intermediate to strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office.
  • Proven ability to instruct, demo, and train individuals and groups effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate in a chemical lab environment to innovate and develop proprietary products.
  • Engage with team members and external partners for system analysis, testing, and deployment.
  • Work independently on rapid deployment tasks, ensuring customer requirements are met.
  • Participate in local and domestic travel for program-related engagements.
  • Adapt to the unique and traditional requirements of a challenging work environment.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available if relocation is necessary.
  • Eligible for health insurance coverage and life and disability insurance.
  • Access to a savings plan and company-paid holidays.
  • Paid time off (PTO) for personal use and vacation days.
  • Annual bonuses based on individual contributions and company performance.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Polygraph

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer or Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer level based out of McLean, VA.

Responsibilities:
  • Work in a chemical laboratory environment collaborating with other members of a customer team to leverage old and new systems and technologies in innovative ways to develop proprietary products that can be distributed worldwide.
  • Interact with other team members, customers, outside contractors, and agencies to analyze, develop, test, train, demo, and deploy systems that are both unique and traditional in a challenging world.
  • Able to work independently without supervision and meet quick deployment deadlines ensuring the solutions meet the customer's product requirements.
  • Occasionally local and domestic travel for program-related meetings with external contractors/offices.

This requisition may be filled at either a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer or Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer level.

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer:
  • A security clearance is not required at the time of application. Employment is contingent upon the candidate successfully obtaining a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance prior to their start date.
  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry and 4 years of related experience, a master's degree in chemistry with 2 years of related experience, or a PhD with 0 year's of related experience.
  • Experience working in a chemistry lab environment performing product/system analysis, development, and testing.
  • Intermediate to strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office)
  • Ability to provide detailed instruction, demos, and training to individuals and groups.


Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer:
  • A security clearance is not required at the time of application. Employment is contingent upon the candidate successfully obtaining a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance prior to their start date.
  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry and 7 years of related experience, a master's degree in chemistry with 5 years of related experience, or a PhD with 3 years of related experience.
  • Experience working in a chemistry lab environment performing product/system analysis, development, and testing.
  • Intermediate to strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office)
  • Ability to provide detailed instruction, demos, and training to individuals and groups.


Preferred Qualifications for both levels:
  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Willing and able to accommodate quick reaction system requirements.
  • Chemical analytical skills
  • Knowledge of paper manufacturing/coating/tableting techniques and methods.
  • Some familiarizations with traditional digital photographic methods.
  • Software programming skills


Primary Level Salary Range: $125,300.00 - $187,900.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $156,400.00 - $234,600.00

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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Size
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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