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 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. Northrop Grumman is looking for those to join the Command and Control, Communication and Computer Missile Defense (C4MD) Business Unit in support of our programs, in Huntsville, AL. This position may place candidates anywhere within C4MD, on programs such as IBCS, WISLA, ISD, or IRADs.
An NGC DS Systems Engineer performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. Performs algorithm development and mathematical modeling to complex problems. Qualifying candidates should be familiar with statistical analysis, probabilistic analysis, application of mathematical principles, using numbers and equations to analyze and explain complex systems and processes, and create software that forecasts events, performs analysis, and creates simulations based on data sets.
Basic Qualifications
Engineer Systems (ENG02): 2 Years with Bachelors in Science; 0 Years with Masters
- Active Secret clearance to start
- Familiarity with scripting in Python/Anaconda
- Systems analysis or testing experience
- Experience with algorithm development
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to adapt to challenges to changes in software and other environments
- Experience creating and delivering presentations that convey analysis and findings to customer
- Experience navigating on a Linux OS
- Familiarity with Git version control software
- Prior experience with Air Defense Command and Control (C2) systems such as IBCS
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree with 2 years of experience, or a master's degree with 0 years of experience
- Active Secret security clearance at start
- Familiarity with Python and Anaconda scripting
- Systems analysis or testing experience
- Experience with algorithm development
- Ability to adapt to changes in software and other environments
- Experience creating and delivering presentations conveying analysis and findings to customers
- Experience navigating a Linux operating system
- Familiarity with Git version control software
- Prior experience with Air Defense Command and Control systems such as IBCS
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.
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What We Do
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.









