Requisition ID: R10177690- Category: Engineering
- Location: Chandler, Arizona, United States of America
- Clearance Type: Secret
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift: Days (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 10 of the Time
- Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
- Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently seeking an experienced Principal Engineer Systems to support systems engineering efforts for the Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile/Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (IRBM/ICBM) Targets Program as part of the Systems Engineering Integration & Test team within the Launch Vehicle business unit in our Chandler, AZ office.
The Principal Engineer Systems will support the IRBM/ICBM Targets Program requiring the incumbent to function in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment.
The Principal Engineer Systems will:
Possess strong technical problem solving, written and verbal communication skills to generate and document system level launch vehicle requirements, perform vehicle performance assessments and participate in system level verification/data review activities.
Regularly interface with program management, engineering staff and external customers.
Occasionally work during odd hours (nights/weekends) and occasionally longer than normal (>40 hrs/wk) to meet deadlines.
Possess a strong resolve to drive tasks to completion autonomously and possess demonstrated mentoring/training skills.
Implements and manages system requirements in the Requirements Management databases (DOORS).
Provide data for and assist in risk management (identifies potential risks) and trade study processes.
Support system design, data analyses, interface verification, testing, and failure/anomaly resolution.
Support the testing and/or evaluation/validation of one or more components of a system or subsystem analytical model or actual system implementation.
Prepare and present materials at program major milestone meetings.
Manage systems engineering activities, work products, and team dynamics using agile/scrum methodologies.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of experience, or a PhD and 1 years of experience.
U.S. Citizenship is required
Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
Travel 10 of the time (domestic).
Preferred Qualifications:
A strong experienced-based and academic foundation in Systems Engineering fundamentals is desired.
Experience with Northrop Grumman Space Systems LVBU Systems Engineering standards/guidelines and expectations is desired.
Experience with external customer interfacing (meetings, presentation, negotiation) is desired.
System testing and launch operations experience is desired.
Salary Range: $92,600 - $139,000
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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet conditions.
Employees may be eligible for 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.
