The Multi-Domain Operations, a division within Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems Sector is known for pushing the boundaries of innovation, redefining engineering capabilities, and driving advances in various sciences through cutting-edge technology. Our team is chartered by providing the skills, and innovative technologies to develop, design, produce, and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter.
MDO is seeking a junior researcher to execute research and development sub-tasking. The ideal candidate possesses some experience in signal processing, coding, image processing and/or computer vision. The junior researcher will be expected to coordinate with the responsible investigator (RI) and/or principal investigator (PI) to develop plans to execute research goals. The researcher should be able to assess relevant technologies, analyze quality, and/or algorithm improvements in the area of signal processing, image content extraction, data fusion and/or data analysis.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a junior researcher (Level 1) to supporting Mission Exploitation Business Unit (BU). This position is in Aurora, CO. with the possibility of some hybrid opportunities.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mathematics, or physics with 0 years of relative experience. 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance after starting.
Understanding of basic algorithms, signal processing concepts, experimental design.
Coding skills in C++, Java and/or Python.
Interest in signal processing mathematics.
Interest in modeling, simulation and quality analysis.
Preferred Requirements:
Experience with software architecture and API design.
Experience with Linux, Windows, DevOPS.
Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mathematics, or physics (0 years experience) or 4 years relevant experience in lieu of degree.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance after starting.
- Understanding of basic algorithms, signal processing concepts, and experimental design.
- Coding skills in C++, Java and/or Python.
- Interest in signal processing mathematics.
- Interest in modeling, simulation and quality analysis.
- Experience with software architecture and API design.
- Experience with Linux, Windows, DevOPS.
- Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket).
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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