Northrop Grumman

Senior Principal Engineer Systems Architect

Northrop Grumman$122K — $184K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM discipline with relevant experience in systems engineering
  • Experience with model-based systems engineering and mission engineering tools
  • Strong background in modeling software systems and software of systems
  • Proficient with Systems Engineering tools, especially Cameo Suite, in Agile environments
  • Active DoD Secret clearance required, with the ability to obtain higher clearances as needed

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with teams to develop conceptual data models and flows
  • Design and document systems solutions using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
  • Review and modify existing systems for compatibility
  • Implement data strategies and develop physical data models
  • Coach team members on requirements, architecture, and implementation
  • Conduct systems requirements analysis
  • Manage requirements, including decomposition and validation

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements and 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
  • Opportunities for professional learning and development
  • Exposure to diverse projects and customers
  • Supportive, friendly team environment
  • Self-motivated individuals encouraged to contribute to growth
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 Aeronautics Systems Sector has an opening for a Senior Principal Engineer Systems Architect to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Melbourne, Florida.

The candidate will collaborate with the Chief Architect and Systems Engineering lead to design architecture solutions for USAF Open Architecture development. The role demands adaptability, innovative thinking, and comfort with ambiguity, as it supports a new program with evolving requirements. Candidates must understand and apply traditional systems engineering concepts in an agile, accelerated environment, be comfortable with multitasking and verbal presentations, and document assumptions as needed.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Work with the cross-functional teams to create conceptual data models and data flows
  • Design, develop, and document systems that contain logical solutions using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
  • Review modifications of existing systems for cross-compatibility
  • Implement data strategies and developing physical data models
  • Coach team members on developing the requirements, architecture, design, and implementation in the model
  • Perform Systems Requirements analysis
  • Management of requirements, include decomposition, allocation, verification, and validation

Benefits Statement:

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Basic Qualifications (Sr Principal Level):
  • Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline AND 8 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 6 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 4 year of related professional/military experience.
  • Must have experience developing model-based systems engineering products and/or Mission Engineering.
  • Must have experience modeling software systems and software system of systems.
  • Must have experience with Systems engineering tools (i.e. Cameo Suite) and Agile framework.
  • Must have an active DoD Secret (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 a DoD Top Secret clearance
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Modeling and Simulation
  • Applied knowledge of aircraft design
  • Experience in the military aerospace development environment is preferred
  • Experience in integrating complex system across multiple domains
  • Experience demonstrating concepts to management and customers
  • Experience with Cameo large scale Vehicle development
  • Experienced developing various DODAF view artifacts, especially Operational and functional viewpoints, using MBSE tools like CAMEO


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.

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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