Principal Engineer Systems

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SAP

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to perform Software Configuration Management (SWCM) within the IFC Management team on the Strike Program. This role operates in the DevOps space of Systems Engineering and supports IFC releases by controlling software baselines, media, and associated documentation. The ideal candidate is process-focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in secure environments and across multiple engineering teams.

Essential Functions:

• Perform SWCM for IFC-related software baselines, including version control, change tracking, and build/release documentation.
• Plan, support, and document Software Review Board (SRB) meetings (agendas, minutes, and action tracking).
• Execute software media transfers and maintain documentation in accordance with CM and security requirements.
• Serve as safe custodian in a secure area, ensuring proper logging, control, and accountability for stored media and artifacts.
• Review SDRL (Supplier Data Requirements List) deliveries for completeness, correctness, and alignment with program expectations.
• Create, update, and release documents and configuration items in Teamcenter/CPLM.
• Support IFC release activities by maintaining accurate, auditable configuration records that align with the IFC build/release cadence.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of relevant experience or Masters in STEM and 3 years of relevant experience.
• Must have foundational understanding of configuration management and/or software development lifecycles.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline, and adherence to process.
• Ability to work in secure environments and handle controlled media and artifacts responsibly.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Software Configuration Management on complex or software-intensive programs.
• Familiarity with Teamcenter/CPLM and supporting review boards (e.g., SRB, CCB/CRB).
• Experience with SDRLs, supplier data review, and secure media handling/logging.

Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

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.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.