Requisition ID: R10189212
• Category: Engineering
• Location: Dulles, Virginia, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Top Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector, Tactical Space Systems Division, seeks a qualified Systems Engineer. This Systems Engineering role is a member of the space segment technical team, which includes the following duties: systems analysis and trades, coordinating space segment engineering activities, engineering baseline management, interface management, requirements/V&V management, integration & test campaign development and execution, subcontractor technical oversight, CAM/EVMS duties, preparing/presenting SE material at all major reviews and PMRs. This position is located in Dulles, VA. This position requires being onsite and does not support remote or hybrid work
The responsibilities includes both individual-contributor and leadership roles, within a multi-disciplined engineering team. Successful candidate will also be called upon to support other activities, including architecture studies, mission support, and traditional Systems Engineering functions. In this role, the Systems Engineer is expected to be self-directed using previous experience to design, analysis, and execution efforts. Candidates must be able to recognize and mitigate space segment technical issues and risks while operating within budget and on schedule.
Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide significant support to the entire space segment technical team.

• Lead and optimize space vehicle design, processing, and mission success.

• Troubleshoot and develop solutions to complex problems that the program may encounter.

• Develop, author and/or provide input to major program data products and other deliverables.

• Technical management of program elements

• Plan and conduct technical reviews and technical baseline

• Write status and technical performance reviews and reports

• Mentor, coach, train, guide, direct, and advise junior staff

• Able to recognize and mitigate technical issues and risks while operating within budget and on schedule.

• The candidate will work with cross-discipline team members and must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse community of engineers and managers to achieve the goals of the program team.

This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.
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Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Engineering, Physics, or related STEM Degree with 8 years of experience in a related engineering field such as mechanical, electrical, aerospace and/or operations or a Master's Degree and 6 years of applicable experience

• Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application

• Technical experience in systems engineering and integration of complex systems, including space systems development, manufacture, test, or operations, including previous technical or project leadership positions.

• Understanding of spacecraft detailed design, integration & test

• Complete understanding and wide application of technical principle, theories, and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active or current TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance

• Experience in system architecture & CONOPs development

• Experience with Integration & Test of spacecraft systems

• Experience with various technical tools such as MATLAB, STK, CORE, DOORS, or CAMEO

• Experience and/or training in Earned Value Management Systems

Salary Range: $137,400 - $206,000
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.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.PDN-9e6f42c2-79f6-481f-becb-523bd51b4060