Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer - Reliability

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4 Locations
In-Office
93K-213K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
The Reliability Systems Engineer analyzes maintainer data and failure trends, determines root causes, validates corrective actions, and recommends improvements. The role collaborates with engineering, product support, and control-center teams; leads customer meetings; coaches teams on root-cause analysis and design or software changes; and drives process improvements. This is a full-time, on-site position with up to 25% travel and requires an active Secret clearance plus eligibility for SAP access.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all the while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman may be the place for you! As a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products and solutions to customers worldwide, Northrop Grumman offers an extraordinary portfolio of capabilities and technologies. Here at Northrop Grumman we are comprised of professionals that bring different perspectives, are curious about the world, accepting of each other, and understand that the more ideas, backgrounds, and experiences we bring to our work then the more innovative we can be. As we continue to build our talented workforce we look for professionals that exemplify our core values, leadership characteristics, and approach to innovation.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking for a Principal / Sr. Principal Reliability Systems Engineer to join our team in Palmdale, CA, Rancho Bernardo, CA, El Segundo, CA, or Oklahoma City, OK.

Roles and Responsibilities will include:

  • Dispositioning and validating data from maintainers.
  • Working with responsible engineers to determine root cause of failure modes.
  • Working with control centers to update/correct maintainer-entered data as necessary.
  • Analyzing trending failure modes to generate recommendations.
  • Collaborate with other Product Support functions in support of wider analyses.
  • Lead customer meetings validating corrective action plan.
  • Coach team on root cause analysis and design/software change implementation.
  • Drive process improvements and streamlining.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. Travel up to 25% may be required.

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.

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.

*This position may be offered at the Principal or Sr Principal Level*

Basic Qualifications Principal Reliability Engineer:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 1 years of related engineering experience.
  • Experience in Reliability Engineering.
  • Active US Government Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain subsequent SAP PARs following commencement of employment to be able to completely support statement of work.

Basic Qualifications Sr Principal Reliability Engineer:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 4 years of related engineering experience.
  • Experience in Reliability Engineering.
  • Active US Government Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain subsequent SAP PARs following commencement of employment to be able to completely support statement of work.

Preferred Qualifications for Both Levels:

  • Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
  • Familiarity with data collection and analysis methods.
  • Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional team solving complex problems.
  • Relevant experience in adjacent logistics support elements such as Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) & Maintenance Planning, Modeling & Simulation (ModSim), Support Equipment Engineering (SEE), Prognostics & Health Management (PHM), Supportable Low Observables (SLO), Obsolescence Management, Training & Training Systems, Technical Data, Support Hardware, Fleet & Field Support, and Product Support Management.
  • ASQ Certified Reliability Engineer.
  • Experience using reliability analysis software (Reliasoft preferred).
  • Previous U.S. Military experience with operations and/or aircraft maintenance background.

Primary Level Salary Range: $93,300.00 - $171,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $116,300.00 - $213,400.00

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience for the Principal level; alternatively, a master's degree and 3 years or a PhD and 1 year.
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 8 years of related engineering experience for the Senior Principal level; alternatively, a master's degree and 6 years or a PhD and 4 years.
  • Experience in Reliability Engineering.
  • Active U.S. Government Secret clearance with a background investigation within the past five years or enrollment in Continuous Evaluation.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program clearance within a reasonable time.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain subsequent SAP PARs after employment begins.
  • Current applicable Special Access Program clearance.
  • Familiarity with data collection and analysis methods.
  • Leadership experience with cross-functional teams solving complex problems.
  • Experience with logistics support analysis, maintenance planning, modeling and simulation, support equipment engineering, prognostics and health management, or related product-support functions.
  • ASQ Certified Reliability Engineer certification.
  • Experience using reliability analysis software, preferably ReliaSoft.
  • Previous U.S. military experience with operations or aircraft maintenance.

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

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.

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